Jarren Duran offered a statement to Boston Red Sox fans Tuesday.
Netflix released “The Clubhouse: A Year with the Red Sox” on Tuesday, and in one episode, Duran revealed his on-field woes during the 2021 and 2022 seasons fueled his mental health struggles to the point of attempting suicide. Manager Alex Cora and president and CEO Sam Kennedy offered thankful thoughts toward Duran for opening up about his mental health struggles and hope they can help others experiencing a similar situation.
Duran offered a statement explaining why he told the story in the Netflix docuseries.
“Talking about this wasn’t easy, but it felt important,” Duran’s statement read, per a Red Sox press release. “I trusted the Netflix crew, and I knew that if I was going to share this, I had to be real about it. A few years ago, I found myself in a dark place, but I’m still here, and I’m so lucky I am. And if my story can help even one person, then it was worth telling. It’s that ability to help, to reach those who feel alone, that motivated me to tell my story. Right now, my focus is on the field. We have a postseason to chase, and that’s where my head is. I’ve shared what I needed to share, and I appreciate everyone’s understanding that my focus right now is on baseball and helping my team win a World Series. I am grateful for the tremendous support I’ve received. If you’re struggling, please know there’s help. You can call a friend, a trusted person, your doctor, or an organization like Samaritans. And, if you’re in immediate danger, call 988.”
Hearing about a loved one’s suicide attempt never is easy, but Duran’s parents offered their full support for the 28-year-old.
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“As parents, there’s nothing harder than knowing your child was in pain,” Octavio and Dena Duran’s statement read, per a Red Sox press release. “We only recently learned the full extent of what Jarren went through, and it was heartbreaking to hear. We are beyond grateful that he is still here, that he has found the courage to keep going, and that he is using his voice to help others. If his story can help even one person, then it was worth sharing. We are incredibly proud of the man he is today and love him more than words can say. We will always be in his corner.”
Boston’s press release included resources for those experiencing mental health struggles or know a loved one who is. Those resources include the Massachusetts Behavioral Health Help Line, a Boston-based mobile crisis service for mental health that is available by calling 833-773-2445. There is also Samaritans, Inc, which provides suicide prevention and mental health services, including peer-to-peer texting service for people up to 24 years old (Text 439-726). And there is the National Suicide Prevention Hotline, which is available by calling 988.
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