Red Sox, Jarren Duran Fail to Agree on Salary

The Boston Red Sox successfully negotiated one-year contracts with three of their arbitration-eligible players ahead of the deadline, including Tanner Houck ($3.95 million), Garrett Crochet ($3.8 million), and Kutter Crawford ($2.75 million). However, they failed to reach an agreement with outfielder Jarren Duran, who is seeking a salary of $4 million compared to the team's offer of $3.5 million, resulting in a $500,000 gap. Duran, an All-Star who had a breakout 2024 season, is projected to earn around $4.1 to $4.9 million based on various sources. With arbitration hearings scheduled from January 27 to February 14, the team may still negotiate with Duran, but they adhere to a 'file-and-trial' strategy, limiting discussions post-deadline. The Red Sox's 2025 payroll is projected at around $168 million, allowing them flexibility for future deals. Duran's potential contract will be settled by a third-party panel if an agreement is not reached before the hearings.