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Red Sox Star's New Hitting Approach Not Paying Off In 2026

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Jarren Duran's new offensive approach isn't working.

Red Sox Star's New Hitting Approach Not Paying Off In 2026 originally appeared on NESN . Add NESN as a Preferred Source by clicking here . Several Boston Red Sox stars are off to slow starts this year, and Jarren Duran is one of them .

Through 19 games, the former All-Star is batting . 194/. 266/.

306 with one home run, 22 strikeouts and 14 hits. Inconsistent playing time hasn't helped, as he's been a victim of the Red Sox's outfield logjam. His new approach hasn't helped, either, as he's pulling the ball more than ever before.

Jarren Duran has been pulling the ball a TON so far this season @SalemFive knows that persistence pays off. Make your move. pic.