"The first part of this trade is self-explanatory. Duran can immediately slot into either left or center field, with Brandon Marsh manning the other spot," Elman wrote.

The Boston Red Sox are hoping to end their three-year postseason drought, but it doesn't sound like they'll be very active before the July 31 trade deadline to improve their roster.

Duran is hitting .257 with 25 doubles, 10 triples, nine home runs and 34 walks.