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Contreras hit, rested after 95-mph pitch; Duran trade rumors.

8/1/2026

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Contreras Helmet Hit

Willson Contreras left the Red Sox’s 9-4 win after a 95-mph fastball struck his helmet’s side in the third inning.
Interim manager Chad Tracy said concussion tests were fine but ordered rest and monitoring the next morning.
The pitch hit his ear flap, caused ringing, and left Contreras tied for the AL lead with 19 hit-by-pitches this season.

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Duran Trade Talks

The Boston Red Sox could trade outfielder Jarren Duran before Monday’s trade deadline despite being a buyer.
Duran is posting a career-low .195/.252/.337 slash line with a .589 OPS in 101 games.
He served a two-game suspension in 2024 after using a homophobic slur, prompting interim manager Chad Tracy to say there was “nothing to see here.”

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Contreras Helmet Hit

Willson Contreras left the Red Sox’s 9-4 win after a 95-mph fastball struck his helmet’s side in the third inning.
Interim manager Chad Tracy said concussion tests were fine but ordered rest and monitoring the next morning.
The pitch hit his ear flap, caused ringing, and left Contreras tied for the AL lead with 19 hit-by-pitches this season.

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