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

The Boston Red Sox pitching staff gets a complete 40-man roster breakdown as the team faces critical decisions heading into 2026. With ace Garrett Crochet locked in and Aroldis Chapman coming off an American League Reliever of the Year campaign, the rotation still desperately needs a number two starter to bridge the gap before Brayan Bello. Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian evaluates all 22 pitchers on th...

The Boston Red Sox make aggressive bullpen moves, trading Brennan Bernardino, Chris Murphy, and Luis Guerrero while clearing roster space. Are these strategic upgrades signaling a major offseason push? Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian breaks down the Red Sox's flurry of transactions, analyzing why GM Craig Breslow is reshaping the American League's best bullpen from 2025. The discussion covers the prospe...

The Boston Red Sox land Sonny Gray in a strategic trade with the St. Louis Cardinals, shaking up their pitching rotation and setting the stage for a pivotal season. Is Gray the missing piece for Boston’s postseason push? The team receives not only the veteran starter but also $20 million in cash, covering most of his one-year, $31 million contract—an eye-catching move that preserves payroll flexib...

Trevor Story emerges as the Boston Red Sox's cornerstone leader for 2026, but will one veteran be enough to guide a young core hungry for October baseball? Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian breaks down which players will fill critical roles for the Red Sox next season, from Trevor Story's leadership presence to Roman Anthony's clutch hitting potential. The analysis covers Garrett Crochet's status as the t...

The Boston Red Sox pursue Bo Bichette in a blockbuster free agent move that could reshape their 2026 World Series chances. The former Toronto Blue Jays shortstop projects to command an eight-year, $208 million contract, but his defensive limitations raise critical questions about roster construction. Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian analyzes multiple infield scenarios featuring Bichette alongside Trevor...

The Boston Red Sox face critical offseason decisions after their surprising 2025 playoff run. Can ownership capitalize on this young core's breakthrough, or will they fall back into familiar patterns of underwhelming spending? Host Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian examines three urgent questions confronting the Red Sox heading into 2026. The Rafael Devers trade to San Francisco left a massive power void...

The Boston Red Sox answered their biggest questions in 2025, establishing a foundation that could define the franchise for years to come. Garrett Crochet proved he's a legitimate ace with an 18-5 record and 2.59 ERA, while Roman Anthony emerged as the new face of the organization following the Rafael Devers trade. Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian breaks down how Crochet's dominant season silenced concern...

Could the Boston Red Sox land Washington Nationals pitcher Mackenzie Gore in a trade that benefits both franchises? This crossover episode explores a potential deal that could reshape Boston's rotation. Ryan Clary and Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian break down Gore's elite strikeout ability and concerning second-half struggles, examining whether he's the reliable number two starter the Red Sox desperate...

Aroldis Chapman dominated 2025 with a career-best 1.17 ERA and American League Reliever of the Year honors, but will the Boston Red Sox closer still hold that role by season's end in 2026? Host Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian ranks every Red Sox reliever by reliability and makes a compelling case for why Chapman's age-related decline is inevitable. The breakdown covers Garrett Whitlock's emergence as th...

Boston Red Sox offseason strategy takes center stage as the Winter Meetings approach. Could relief pitcher Devin Williams be the steal of free agency despite his rough Yankees stint? Host Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian breaks down why Williams' projected $5.7 million contract represents low-risk, high-reward potential after his 1.83 ERA across six Brewers seasons. The analysis covers the critical impor...

Milwaukee Brewers ace Freddy Peralta could be headed to Boston in a blockbuster trade that reshapes both franchises. Will the Red Sox surrender their outfield surplus to land a legitimate number two starter? Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian and Chuck Freimund break down the trade mechanics, analyzing why Milwaukee's pattern of moving pitchers before free agency makes Peralta available despite his 17-win...

Boston Red Sox offseason strategy takes center stage as critical roster decisions loom for 2026. Can Craig Breslow transform this playoff team into World Series contenders? Host Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian breaks down the Red Sox's most pressing needs: acquiring a number two starter behind Garrett Crochet and adding middle-of-the-order power. The analysis covers trade targets Joe Ryan and Freddy Per...

Boston Red Sox face critical offseason decisions that could reshape their 2026 World Series aspirations. Should they trade first baseman Triston Casas despite his elite potential, or wait for him to prove his durability after consecutive injury-plagued seasons? Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian analyzes Craig Breslow's aggressive offseason strategy, breaking down why trading Casas now—while his value rema...

Craig Breslow's job security hangs in the balance as the Boston Red Sox Chief Baseball Officer faces his most critical offseason yet. After widespread criticism for his minimal 2025 trade deadline moves, Breslow must deliver significant roster upgrades or risk termination. Host Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian breaks down exactly what the Red Sox need: a legitimate number two starter behind Garrett Croch...

Boston Red Sox rotation upgrades take center stage as the offseason trade market heats up. Could Milwaukee Brewers ace Freddy Peralta be the missing piece to transform this team into a World Series contender? Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian breaks down why Peralta's dominant 2.70 ERA season makes him the perfect trade target, analyzing his devastating four-pitch arsenal and top-three Cy Young candidacy....

The Boston Red Sox's decision not to extend a qualifying offer to Lucas Giolito sends a clear message about their offseason ambitions. What does this move reveal about their pursuit of elite starting pitching? Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian breaks down why the Red Sox walked away from Giolito despite his solid 3.41 ERA in 2025, examining the $22.025 million price tag that gave management pause. The ana...

Boston Red Sox need power. Kyle Schwarber could be the answer to their biggest offensive weakness after trading Rafael Devers. Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian breaks down why the Red Sox must aggressively pursue the free agent slugger who posted 56 home runs and a .928 OPS in 2025. The discussion covers Schwarber's elite underlying metrics, his familiarity with Fenway Park from his 2021 playoff run, and...

Boston Red Sox offseason moves could reshape their 2026 World Series chances. Should Craig Breslow pull the trigger on a Mackenzie Gore trade after surrendering four top prospects for Garrett Crochet last December? Host Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian breaks down the Red Sox's critical pitching decisions, analyzing whether trading for the Nationals' 26-year-old left-hander makes sense with two years of...

Boston Red Sox offseason strategy takes center stage as the team pursues World Series contention in 2026. Should they target former Cy Young winner Shane Bieber as an affordable rotation upgrade at $63 million instead of pricier alternatives like Framber Valdez or Dylan Cease? Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian breaks down Trevor Story's contract opt-in after his healthiest season with the Red Sox—654 plat...

Could the Boston Red Sox land Minnesota Twins ace Joe Ryan in a blockbuster trade? The Red Sox desperately need a number two starter behind Garrett Crochet, and Ryan fits the profile perfectly—but the Twins' uncertain ownership direction makes any deal complicated. Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian teams up with Brandon Warne from Locked On Twins to break down potential trade packages, roster construction...

Boston Red Sox face critical decisions at catcher heading into 2026. Can rookie Carlos Narvaez develop into a reliable starter, or will Connor Wong's catastrophic offensive collapse force the front office to explore free agency? Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian breaks down both catchers' 2025 performances with detailed statistical analysis. Narvaez showed defensive promise with elite framing and blocking...

Trevor Story's opt-out decision could reshape the Boston Red Sox infield heading into the 2026 offseason. Will the shortstop return for his final two years and $55 million, or test free agency after his healthiest season in Boston? Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian breaks down the Red Sox infield situation position by position, examining depth concerns at first base with Triston Casas's injury recovery, t...

Brayan Bello's 3.35 ERA looks impressive on paper, but can the Boston Red Sox truly count on him as their number two starter behind Garrett Crochet in 2026? Host Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian breaks down Bello's underlying metrics, revealing concerning walk rates and command issues that surfaced during September's playoff push. The analysis extends to Lucas Giolito's injury-plagued future, the failed...

Red Sox outfield shakeup looms for 2026. Will Jarren Duran's potential trade reshape Boston's lineup? Host Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian analyzes the future of Boston's outfield, focusing on Duran's trade value and its impact on acquiring a top-tier starting pitcher. She breaks down the roles of Roman Anthony, Ceddanne Rafaela, and Masataka Yoshida, while exploring Rob Refsnyder's free agency implicat...

Red Sox bullpen dominance: Can they maintain their elite status in 2026? Aroldis Chapman's resurgence and Garrett Whitlock's health spark optimism. Boston's relief corps finished 2025 with MLB's second-best ERA. Host Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian analyzes Chapman's remarkable turnaround, Justin Wilson's free agency dilemma, and Jordan Hicks' command struggles. The discussion covers potential roles for...