The pomp and circumstance that encompassed the first-ever Worcester Red Sox game at Polar Park is what most will remember from Tuesday afternoon.
But when the dignitaries left, and the bunting came down, we were left with something that isn't going anywhere -- more Jarren Duran hype.
The Red Sox' outfield prospect continued his early-season tear, launching a pair of home runs in Worcester's 11-5 win over Syracuse.
Duran is now 8-for-17 over his last four games after going hitless in his first 11 at-bats of the season.
"His work, his approach, if he's consistent and he gets pitches to hit, he's gonna hit home runs no matter where he plays," WooSox manager Billy McMillon said. "So as far as how Polar Park fits his swing, I think the jury's still out. But I think he is developing into a pretty good hitter, and I think a lot of ballparks are going to have trouble keeping him in if he's right."
While Red Sox Chief Baseball Officer Chaim Bloom recently noted that Duran's development would dictate how quickly the call to the big leagues would come, watching him first-hand in Worcester had to get the wheels spinning a bit faster.
The likelihood is that Duran still sees plenty of more at-bats in Triple-A before a true conversation regarding his promotion takes place, especially considering this is the 24-year-old's first foray at this level.
If the Red Sox were to make a move involving struggling outfielder Franchy Cordero, it would most likely involve veteran Danny Santana, who just recently joined Worcester after beginning his rehab with Single-A Greenville.