Locked On Red Sox - Daily Podcast On The Boston Red Sox

Boston Red Sox shake up their rotation as Brayan Bello gets optioned to Triple-A after another rough start. Will his days as a starter in Boston come to an end? Veteran reliever Tommy Kahnle joins the bullpen after dominating in Worcester, aiming to bring stability to a pitching staff in flux. Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian analyzes Bello’s ongoing struggles, his striking opener-vs-starter performance...

Boston Red Sox face a historic Fenway Park slump, leaving fans questioning the team’s home-field advantage. Can Chad Tracy and Craig Breslow find answers before the trade deadline reshapes the franchise? Surging road performances contrast with startling home losses, as veteran Willson Contreras and Jarren Duran spark the lineup, but consistency remains elusive. Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian and NESN's...

Boston Red Sox face a pivotal trade deadline as debate swirls around Willson Contreras’ future. Could trading their top power hitter derail the team’s rebuild, or is his leadership too valuable to lose? Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian breaks down why Contreras, bolstered by an elite 144 WRC+ and team-friendly contract, should remain a cornerstone—despite mounting pressure to sell. Hot commodities like J...

Boston Red Sox’s front office chaos threatens to derail the season as Craig Breslow’s leadership faces mounting scrutiny. Miscommunication, conflicting analytics-driven visions, and the fallout from controversial moves like trading Rafael Devers and letting Alex Bregman walk fuel fan frustration. Can David Ortiz’s public defense of John Henry calm tensions, or will ownership be forced to act if re...

Boston Red Sox notch a much-needed series win on the road against the Cleveland Guardians, fueled by Jarren Duran’s explosive home run surge and clutch performances from the bottom of the lineup. Can their road offensive spark finally translate to Fenway Park dominance? Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian spotlights the turnaround from hitters like Caleb Durbin and Connor Wong, plus Sonny Gray’s strong star...

Boston Red Sox’s bullpen collapses as Greg Weissert surrenders a pivotal grand slam against the Atlanta Braves—should Weissert’s time with Boston be over? Host Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian examines the pressure mounting on the Red Sox pitching staff after a 10–2 blowout loss, spotlighting Isiah Kiner-Falefa’s offensive spark and the bullpen’s inability to protect tight games. The show scrutinizes Wei...

Boston Red Sox explode offensively as Jarren Duran shines in a dominant 8-0 shutout over the Atlanta Braves. Is Duran’s surge the spark the Sox lineup desperately needed? Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian spotlights Duran’s recent hot streak, his mechanical adjustments, and why his dynamic speed and power are crucial to Boston’s success. Key stats, like Duran’s elite OPS and batting average in May, highli...

Boston Red Sox weigh blockbuster trade as Aroldis Chapman dominates the bullpen. Could moving the star closer shift the team’s trajectory before the MLB trade deadline? Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian breaks down Chapman’s eye-popping stats, discusses possible trade packages with the San Diego Padres, and examines Craig Breslow’s strategy with the Red Sox just four games out of the Wild Card. Key highli...

Boston Red Sox shake up their coaching staff, but has it truly solved their consistency woes? Despite Chad Tracy taking the helm, the Sox remain in last place with lingering issues at the plate and an offense struggling to deliver with runners in scoring position. Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian unpacks whether firing Alex Cora and five coaches triggered meaningful change or just highlighted deeper rost...

Boston Red Sox’s home woes threaten their playoff hopes as Marcelo Mayer steps up at shortstop. Can this storied franchise reclaim Fenway Park’s home-field advantage, or will lackluster offense and missed opportunities keep them in the AL East basement? Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian spotlights the Red Sox’s shocking sweep by the Minnesota Twins, why the bats keep going cold at Fenway, and whether high...

Boston Red Sox shake up their coaching staff as Craig Breslow faces mounting pressure to reshape a struggling roster. Is a bold trade deadline approach enough to revive Fenway’s energy and challenge the American League’s top contenders? Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian hosts former reliever Mike Stanton, exploring what it takes to thrive under the intense Boston spotlight and whether the current roster c...

Boston Red Sox eye major roster decisions as Connelly Early’s trade value peaks—should the team sell high or risk missing the window? Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian examines Early’s pitching struggles, command issues, and rising home run rate, fueling speculation about his future in the rotation as the MLB trade deadline approaches. Get the inside scoop on updates for injured ace Garrett Crochet, pitch...

Boston Red Sox bats ignite as Jarren Duran delivers a breakout performance in a pivotal series win over the Kansas City Royals. Has Duran finally become the dynamic leadoff force Boston needs, and can his explosive mix of power, speed, and defense spark a Red Sox turnaround? Host Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian spotlights Duran’s three-run homer, stellar glove work, and how his resurgence could reshape...

Boston Red Sox’s power outage persists as Willson Contreras continues to carry the offense with clutch home runs—but is Craig Breslow’s reluctance to trade for another big bat risking the season’s momentum? Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian breaks down Contreras’s league-leading stats, the Red Sox’s persistent run-scoring woes, and the pressing need for additional offensive firepower after missing out on...

Boston Red Sox face uncertainty as Brayan Bello's struggles put his rotation spot on the line. With a 7.16 ERA and first-inning woes, Bello's future hangs in the balance amid rising stars like Payton Tolle and Connelly Early dominating the mound. Could a demotion or bullpen move be next for Boston’s once-promising arm? Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian breaks down Trevor Story’s move to the injured list a...

Boston Red Sox edge closer to seller territory as offensive struggles threaten their playoff hopes. Can pitching alone keep them in the AL Wild Card race, or is a roster shake-up inevitable? Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian breaks down the Red Sox's tight series loss to the Philadelphia Phillies, spotlighting Ranger Suárez’s dominant outing against his former team and the ongoing inconsistency of bats li...

Boston Red Sox edge Philadelphia Phillies thanks to Ceddanne Rafaela’s clutch pinch-hit homer. Is Rafaela emerging as a true star for Boston’s future? Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian breaks down the Red Sox’s thrilling 3-1 win, spotlighting Rafaela’s growing offensive consistency, key improvements in plate discipline, and game-changing defense in center field. The episode explores Sonny Gray’s dominant...

Boston Red Sox’s offensive woes hit critical mass after a 2-1 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies—can this lineup generate enough power to stay in the playoff hunt? Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian breaks down the Red Sox’s struggles at the plate, spotlighting subpar performances from Trevor Story and Jarren Duran and emphasizing the team’s lack of extra-base hits. Discussion covers the effectiveness of Wi...

Boston Red Sox face pivotal decisions as trade rumors swirl around Rafael Devers. Should the front office risk bringing back the high-priced DH from the San Francisco Giants despite his declining defense and offensive inconsistency? Gabby (Hurlbut) Malanian breaks down the numbers, the financial implications of Devers’s massive contract, and how his fit—or lack thereof—could impact team chemistry...

Boston Red Sox face a critical stretch as Willson Contreras suffers a right hand contusion. Can the lineup maintain its offensive spark without their most consistent hitter? Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian highlights Contreras’ essential on-base ability, defensive reliability at first base, and the domino effect his absence could have alongside other injuries plaguing the roster. Meanwhile, Mickey Gaspe...

Boston Red Sox eye a blockbuster move for Yordan Alvarez—could his arrival spark a playoff surge at Fenway Park? Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian breaks down why Alvarez is the perfect fit for the Red Sox lineup, what it would take to snag him from the Houston Astros, and who Boston might have to part with in a high-stakes trade package. Key prospects like Jarren Duran, Tyson Witherspoon, and Franklin Ar...

Boston Red Sox sweep Detroit Tigers as Sonny Gray returns strong and Framber Valdez faces suspension for a heated benches-clearing incident. Is Boston finally poised for a season turnaround? Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian breaks down the Red Sox’s dominant pitching, stellar defense led by Wilyer Abreu and Willson Contreras, and how key offensive performances from Masataka Yoshida and rising infielders...

Boston Red Sox ignite team spirit with a statement 10–3 win over the Detroit Tigers as Brayan Bello delivers a dominant seven-inning relief performance. Are the Red Sox finally finding their pitching groove, or was Bello's outing just a glimpse of his potential? Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian breaks down Bello's turnaround, the strategy shift involving an opener, and what it means for Boston’s evolving...

Boston Red Sox find new hope as Jarren Duran's scorching hot bat powers key victories and reshapes the team's offensive outlook. Could Duran's hitting surge be the spark the Sox need—or might it impact trade talks as the outfield logjam intensifies? Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian breaks down Duran’s pivotal adjustments, recent home run spree, and the implications for both the batting order and Boston’s...

Boston Red Sox face tough questions as Trevor Story’s struggles force a reevaluation of his everyday role. Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian breaks down Story’s declining offensive production, defensive concerns, and the impact on the team’s roster decisions—including potential platoon shifts featuring Isiah Kiner-Falefa and Marcelo Mayer. With Story’s high strikeout rate and injury history, should Boston...