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Red Sox complete coaching makeover by adding former Guardians outfielder who was working with Yankees’ pipeline

While former Guardians outfielder Shelley Duncan didn't have a significant big league career, he's carved out a good path as a coach.

By Henry Palattella · Away Back Gone

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 12:18 PM

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The Boston Red Sox hired former major leaguer Shelley Duncan to join their big league coaching staff.
Duncan spent the past three seasons working as a coach in the New York Yankees' Triple-A affiliate system.
Manager Chad Tracy recently signed a three-year contract after Boston removed his interim tag.

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The Boston Red Sox have hired former Cleveland outfielder Shelley Duncan to join manager Chad Tracy's major league coaching staff. The appointment follows Boston signing Tracy to a three-year contract after removing his interim manager tag earlier this offseason. Duncan spent the previous three seasons coaching in the New York Yankees' Triple-A affiliate system.

Duncan played for the Yankees, Guardians, and Tampa Bay Rays during his major league career, hitting 33 of his 43 career home runs with Cleveland. His addition comes shortly after Boston added former Astros coach Jason Bell to their staff, with specific coaching roles for both hires yet to be officially determined.

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