Red Sox Acquire Caleb Durbin in Trade With Brewers

Boston adds infield depth and draft picks in six-player deal

Feb. 9, 2026 at 10:47am

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The Boston Red Sox have acquired infielder Caleb Durbin from the Milwaukee Brewers in a trade aimed at filling the void left by Alex Bregman's departure. In exchange, Boston sent infielder David Hamilton, left-handed pitchers Kyle Harrison and Shane Drohan to Milwaukee. The Red Sox also gained infielder Andruw Monasterio, catcher Anthony Seigler, and a draft pick in the deal.

Why it matters

The Red Sox have been actively searching for a replacement at third base after Alex Bregman opted out of his contract. This trade provides them with a reliable everyday option in Durbin, who had a solid rookie season in 2025, while also adding depth and future assets to their system.

The details

Along with Caleb Durbin, the Red Sox acquired infielder Andruw Monasterio, catcher Anthony Seigler, and a draft pick. In return, the Brewers received infielder David Hamilton, left-handed pitchers Kyle Harrison and Shane Drohan. Durbin was previously traded to the Brewers in December 2024 as part of a deal that sent Devin Williams to the New York Yankees.

  • Durbin was first traded to the Brewers in December 2024.
  • Durbin had his rookie season with the Brewers in 2025.

The players

Caleb Durbin

A 25-year-old infielder who had a solid rookie season with the Milwaukee Brewers in 2025, posting a 105 wRC+ while making frequent contact at the plate.

David Hamilton

An infielder who was part of the package the Red Sox received from the San Francisco Giants in the Rafael Devers trade.

Kyle Harrison

A left-handed pitcher who was also part of the Rafael Devers trade package and made three appearances with the Red Sox before being included in this latest deal.

Andruw Monasterio

An infielder acquired by the Red Sox in this trade with the Brewers.

Anthony Seigler

A catcher acquired by the Red Sox in this trade with the Brewers.

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What they’re saying

“This move comes as the Red Sox seek an Alex Bregman replacement trade to strengthen their infield options heading into the new season.”

— Jeff Passan, ESPN Reporter

“Along with Caleb Durbin, the Red Sox also gained infielder Andruw Monasterio, catcher Anthony Seigler, and a draft pick, as reported by Will Sammon of The Athletic.”

— Will Sammon, The Athletic Reporter

What’s next

The Red Sox will look to integrate Caleb Durbin into their lineup and determine his role alongside other infield prospects like Marcelo Mayer.

The takeaway

This trade provides the Red Sox with a reliable everyday option at third base in Caleb Durbin, while also adding depth and future assets to their system as they continue to reshape their roster in the wake of Alex Bregman's departure.