Josh Smith's viral meningitis hospitalization just handed Duran an indefinite starting gig. He was already hot before the news — now he has no competition for the lineup spot. Multi-position eligibility is the cherry on top. Priority add in 12+ team leagues.

Duran has matched his entire 2025 HR total (3) in just 98 PA and is slashing .296/.369/.480. The 5-position eligibility makes him a roster swiss-army knife. With Josh Smith still out, his playing time is locked. Add now in 12+ team formats — the price won't stay this low.

Duran's playing time just got upgraded — Josh Smith hit the IL with a glute strain, opening daily ABs at the corner. He's hitting at a .379 OBP clip with 91.4 mph average EV and qualifies at five positions. Pitcher List had him as a priority deep-league add a week ago and he's still under 15% rostered. Pure roster flex value in 12-team, must-add in 14+.

Pitcher List flagged Duran as the priority deep-league hitter — multi-position eligibility (1B/2B/3B/SS/OF) plus an improved 91.4 mph average EV. With Adolis García still out for Texas, Duran is locked into everyday ABs. Add in 14+ team leagues; pure roster-flex value in 12-team.

OBP .316 → .379 (Δ +0.063)

OBP 0.250 → .347 (Δ +0.097)

OBP 0.231 → .347 (Δ +0.116)