Red Sox Manager Alex Cora Addresses Jarren Duran's Limited Playing Time
Red Sox's Alex Cora Sends Jarren Duran Message Amid Recent Lack Of Starts
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Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora has commented on Jarren Duran's recent lack of starts, citing struggles at the plate. Duran has started only once in the last four games, while teammate Masataka Yoshida has been performing better, leading to Duran's benching.
- 01Jarren Duran has started only once in the last four games.
- 02Duran is hitting .164 with a .497 OPS this season.
- 03Masataka Yoshida has a batting average of .324 and an .889 OPS.
- 04Duran has a 34.5% chase rate and a 40.2% whiff rate.
- 05Alex Cora emphasizes the need for better plate discipline.
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Boston Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran has found himself on the bench recently, starting only one of the last four games. Manager Alex Cora explained that Duran's struggles at the plate, including a batting average of .164 and an OPS of .497, have led to this decision. Cora noted that Duran has been chasing pitches, which is reflected in his 34.5% chase rate and 40.2% whiff rate. In contrast, teammate Masataka Yoshida has been performing well, boasting a batting average of .324 and an OPS of .889, making him a more reliable option in the lineup. With multiple capable outfielders, the Red Sox can afford to give Duran time to improve his performance.
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Duran's struggles could affect the team's overall performance and lineup decisions, impacting fans and the team's competitive edge.
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