Red Sox's Jarren Duran Issues Statement After Revealing Suicide Attempt in Netflix Doc

Boston Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran shared a statement after discussing his struggles with mental health that led to a suicide attempt in the Netflix docuseries The Clubhouse: A Year With the Red Sox.

"Talking about this wasn't easy, but it felt important. I trusted the Netflix crew, and I knew that if I was going to share this, I had to be real about it," Duran said in a statement shared by MassLive.com's Chris Cotillo.

"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."

Duran's parents, Octavio and Dena Duran, also shared a statement via Cotillo:

"As parents, there's nothing harder than knowing your child was in pain. 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."

Duran said during the documentary that falling short of his expectations during his first two MLB seasons in 2021 and 2022 led him to pull the trigger on a rifle that did not fire, per ESPN.

"So, to this day, I think God just didn’t let me take my own life because I seriously don’t know why it didn’t go off... that happened for a reason," Duran said in the documentary.

Red Sox president and CEO Sam Kennedy said in a statement previously shared by ESPN: "Jarren's decision to share his story is an act of courage that reaches far beyond baseball. By opening up, he's showing others who may be struggling that they're not alone and that asking for help isn't just OK, it's essential.

"Every member of this organization continues to stand with him. He has our deepest admiration, he's always had our full support and we're incredibly fortunate to have him as part of our team."

Red Sox manager Alex Cora meanwhile told MLB.com's Ian Browne that he's had "a lot of private conversations about the subject" with Duran.

"Obviously I was aware of it, and since I learned about it, I've given him support, love, and somebody that he can talk to," Cora said.

Cora continued: "I truly believe that him opening up is going to help a lot of people. It takes a person with courage and being transparent and genuine to do that. I hope that's how we see it, right? He will impact others, and he's going to save lives with what he did with Netflix."

The eight-part docuseries about Duran and the 2024 Red Sox premiered Tuesday on Netflix.

If you or someone you know is in immediate crisis, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline by dialing 988 for 24/7 access to a trained counselor. You can also contact the Crisis Text Line by texting "HOME" to 741741. For more information about ongoing support and mental health resources, contact the HelpLine at the National Alliance on Mental Illness by calling 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) or emailing [e-mail].