Red Sox Sign Jarren Duran to One-Year Deal with 2026 Option

The All-Star outfielder's contract includes performance incentives and escalators tied to MVP voting and All-MLB honors.

Jarren Duran and the Boston Red Sox agreed to a one-year, $3.75 million contract for 2025, avoiding arbitration.
The deal includes a $100,000 buyout and an $8 million club option for 2026, with potential escalators that could raise its value to $12 million.
Duran's 2025 earnings could increase by up to $150,000 through performance bonuses tied to plate appearances.
The 28-year-old outfielder had a breakout 2024 season, leading the majors in doubles (48) and triples (14) while hitting .285 with 21 home runs and 34 stolen bases.
Duran was named to the All-MLB second team and earned All-Star Game MVP honors in 2024 after hitting a decisive home run for the American League.