Overview
- Alex Cora said he feels very comfortable with Caleb Durbin at third base and indicated a final call is expected soon.
- Durbin has taken most recent spring reps at third as the club prioritizes keeping him at one position rather than shuttling between spots.
- Boston acquired Durbin from Milwaukee in a six-player trade before camp after Alex Bregman departed for the Cubs in free agency.
- Durbin finished third in NL Rookie of the Year voting in 2025, hitting .256 with 11 home runs, 53 RBIs and 18 steals while mostly playing third.
- Marcelo Mayer remains in the infield mix, likely at second if Durbin stays at third, as outside analysts question whether the Durbin–Mayer setup can offset Bregman’s loss.