On Friday, Jen McCaffrey proposed a very different, and highly intriguing Duran mock trade: a two-for-one swap involving the Cleveland Guardians' three-time All-Star closer Emmanuel Clase and former Cy Young Award winner Shane Bieber.

After Mayer’s injury, the Red Sox recalled infielder David Hamilton, and though Hamilton will see some time at second, Rafaela’s offense has been too valuable to the lineup. Playing him at second and Duran in center makes the offense stronger. The moving parts have been a challenge for manager Alex Cora much of the season and even more so now.

The Kansas City Royals have had their eyes on Jarren Duran at the MLB trade deadline, and Seth Lugo or Lucas Erceg could be their ticket.