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Caleb Durbin Reports to Red Sox Camp as Everyday Role Takes Shape

Boston plans to evaluate whether he fits best at second or third during spring training.

Caleb Durbin is expected to be a regular contributor in Boston's infield.
FORT MYERS, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 11: Caleb Durbin #17 of the Boston Red Sox talks to the media during a workout at JetBlue Park at Fenway South on February 11, 2026 in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Maddie Malhotra/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images)
Caleb Durbin speaks to the media after being acquired by the Red Sox during spring training, February 11, 2026. (Boston Herald/Gabrielle Starr)
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Overview

  • Durbin joined the Red Sox in Fort Myers after being acquired from the Brewers in a six-player deal that also brought Andruw Monasterio, Anthony Seigler and a draft pick to Boston.
  • Chief baseball officer Craig Breslow said Durbin projects as an everyday big leaguer, and manager Alex Cora praised his on‑base ability, baserunning and defensive value.
  • The club has not yet set his primary spot or lineup slot, with second base and third base both under consideration after Milwaukee used him mostly at third last season.
  • The 25-year-old finished third in NL Rookie of the Year voting in 2025 after hitting .256/.334/.387 with 25 doubles, 11 homers and 18 steals, standing out for contact and versatility.
  • Following a late-October arthroscopic elbow procedure described as minor, Durbin has reported without expected setbacks and has embraced comparisons to Dustin Pedroia while downplaying questions about his 5-foot-7 stature.