Bastards of Boston Baseball (Red Sox)
Episodes
Bonus Episode: Renfroe traded to MIL for Jackie Bradley + Prospects
02 Dec 2021
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Red Sox Sign James Paxton & Rich Hill!!
02 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We give our mixed reactions on the James Paxton and Rich Hill signings! How big of a factor can both players be? What roles will they have? Is...
MLB Free Agent Fury! Wacha/Devers Rant!
30 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Cushman flies solo, and recaps all of the major signings from Sunday and Monday! Including the Max Scherzer deal with the Mets! Also continues h...
TRASH SIGNING - MICHAEL WACHA
27 Nov 2021
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All three Bastards Host's expressed mix emotions and a lot of frustration with the Michael Wacha signing? Is he really going to "replace&#...
Ten Possible Red Sox Free Agent Targets! Our Debate!
23 Nov 2021
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Four hosts from the crew debate a ten player list of potential Red Sox free agent signings this winter! Pitchers are flying off the board this week!...
Red Sox interested in Javy Baez, Pass on Syndergaard
17 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We give our final thoughts on the Eduardo Rodriguez deal to Detroit! Discuss what a Red Sox/Syndergaard deal would have looked like! And Javy Ba...
Rodriguez REJECTS Boston's Qualifying Offer
15 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Our full reaction to Eduardo Rodriguez rejecting the qualifying offer and becoming a full blown free agent! Are the Red Sox undergunned? Who are s...
J.D. Set For 2022 Return! Will E-ROD Accept Qualifying Offer?
08 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We give our reactions to JD Martinez opting in for the final year of his deal! Eduardo Rodriguez receives the qualifying offer from the Red Sox? W...
Revisiting Our 2021 MLB Predictions! Some Were Ugly!!!
04 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The entire Bastards of Boston crew convenes to revist their predictions for division winners, wild card berths, world series matchups, MVP's, and ...
Nine Red Sox Players Who May NOT Be Back!
27 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Charlie, Andrew, and Terry compiled a list of nine players who may not be back with the Red Sox in the 2022 season! The crew also used some opportun...
Red Sox Post Mortem
23 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Red Sox are eliminated in six games from the ALCS. We reflect on the series, as well as 2021 a whole. And discuss what it will take in 2022 to win...
ALCS GM5: Was Framber Valdez Cheating?
21 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Red Sox drop two straight to the Astros, and now have their backs against the wall on the brink of possible elimination! How will Alex Cora piece to...
ALCS GAME 3: Schwarber SLAMS the Astros!!!
19 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Kyle Schwarber adds to the grandslam streak to bury the Astros early in game three! Eduardo Rodriguez tossed six innings of three run ball to preser...
ALCS: Red Sox Grandslam Series Into A Tie!!!
17 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Red Sox tie up the ALCS on back to back grandslams! We give our reaction to games one and two! Will Chris Sale start again? What will the rota...
Red Sox/Astros ALCS Predictions!
14 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Red Sox make an improbable run into the ALCS against the Astros! How do both rotations matchup? Should Chris Sale be a starter or in the bullpen...
ALDS GM4: Red Sox Eliminate Rays! Advance to ALCS!
12 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Red Sox win game four in dramatic fashion with a Kike Hernadez sacrifice fly! We reflect on Kike being the MVP for the series! How clutch was E-Ro...
ALDS GM3: Vazquez & Pivetta Ascend To The Gods!!!!
11 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Red Sox win it in extra innings with a monster walk off home run by Christian Vazquez! Nick Pivetta pitched his butt off for all five of those ext...
ALDS GM2: Red Sox Come Back From The Dead!!!
09 Oct 2021
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Chris Sale got absolutely LIT UP as Tampa puts up a five spot! But the offense came surging back! Tanner Houck had a heroic performance out of the...
Red Sox Lose Game One: Our Reaction!!
08 Oct 2021
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Red Sox get embarrassed by the Rays! Rodriguez turns in a total dud! The bats kept stranding base runners! And Arozarena steals home! We get...
Red Sox vs. Rays | ALDS | Our Predictions!!!
07 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We break down the first three pitching matchups of the series! What aspects of them that concern us! What needs to happen for the Red Sox to win? ...
Red Sox Eliminate The Yankees!! Advance to ALDS!!!
06 Oct 2021
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Red Sox end the Yankees post season! We give our thoughts on Nathan Eovaldi's impressive performance, and reflect back on his contract signing! ...
Our Wild Card Predictions!!!
04 Oct 2021
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We react to a very stressful weekend at the Washington Nationals and the conclusion of the playoff race! What do the Red Sox need to do to beat the ...
Red Sox Have Quit On Everyone!
01 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Red Sox lose an embarrasing series to Baltimore that should've been easy! Offense was largely uninspired the whole series! So we in this epi...
TOTALLY LEGIT OR CALLING THE COPS
28 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In the final installment of Totally Legit or Calling the Cops for 2021, all three hosts cover five season ending scenarios! Join us!Advertising Inqu...
Red Sox Second Half Choke Job Continues!
27 Sep 2021
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Red Sox get swept versus the Yankees! Starting pitching held up will in games two and three. But the bullpen can't hold back an explosive Yank...
Yankees or Blue Jays: Better Matchup For The Red Sox?
24 Sep 2021
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Andrew, Job, and Terry debate which matchup gives the Red Sox the best chance to win the Wild Card, and give more of our ever evolving takes on who we...
Seven Straight Wins For The Red Sox!
23 Sep 2021
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Red Sox take both games against the Mets! Kyle Schwarber has a huge series! Xander Bogaerts continues to rake! And what about Jose Iglesias? ...
RED SOX HOT TAKE TUESDAY!
21 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Charlie, Jason, and Terry react to all of your hot takes that were submitted to us on social media! Tons of Red Sox talk, and could the Milwaukee Br...
Renfroe & Dalbec Hammer Orioles! Sox Sweep Series!
20 Sep 2021
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Red Sox get their easy predictable sweep vs. Baltimore! Hunter Renfroe and Bobby Dalbec blasted Orioles pitching! Kike Herandez has his timing b...
Xander or Raffy: You can only keep one... Who is it?
17 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Looking ahead, how likely is Xander Bogaerts to opt out? And how much sense would it make for the Red Sox to try and extend him? Can he play his...
Schwarber Explodes On Mariners! Sox Win Series!
16 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Red Sox pull of a series win against the Mariners! Kyle Schwarber came in clutch! Bogaerts is swinging a good bat! But the errors! We get in...
TOTALLY LEGIT OR CALLING THE COPS
14 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Charlie Smith spearheads this week's topics on another entertaining episode of Totally Legit, or Calling The Cops! Will Devers lead MLB in RBI...
Red Sox sputter against White Sox, Seabold unimpressive!
13 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Red Sox drop series to the White Sox! Connor Seabold was less than stellar in his debut! Renfroe and Schwarber scuffled all series! Bogaerts cam...
Our Mock Red Sox Wild Card Lineups!
10 Sep 2021
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Dwan, Goddard, and Cushman give their wild card lineups, and starting pitchers for that elimination game! Who starts, who sits? Advertising Inqui...
Sox Lose Rays Series, But Hunter F'N Renfroe!?!?
09 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Red Sox lose an ugly first two games, but salvage a sweep on the heroics of Hunter Renfroe! We also get into the Wild Card race which has new dynami...
Hot Take Tuesday: Mike Monaco over Dave O'Brien?
07 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Our followers submitted their Hot Takes! Kelly and Cushman both answered them in this very entertaining episode!!!Advertising Inquiries: https://red...
Houck has best start of 2021! Sox beat Indians!
06 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Red Sox take two out of three versus the Cleveland Indians! Nathan Eovaldi and Tanner Houck both impressive! Kyle Schwarber, Hunter Renfroe, and R...
State Of The Red Sox Playoff Race!
04 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We react to some of Chaim Bloom's comments this week from when he met with reporters! And also get into where things stand with the Red Sox play...
Chris Sale Still Undefeated! Sox Rally For Split w/ Tampa!!!
03 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Red Sox manage to salvage a mircaculous series sweep during the covid apocalypse! Chris Sale remains undefeated! Eduardo Rodriguez absolutely clut...
Totally Legit or Calling the Cops!
31 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are the following scenarios totally legit, or are you calling the cops? Adam Ottavino will NOT be back with the Red Sox in 2002? Ellis Burks is an en...
Red Sox Win Third Straight Series! J.D is BACK!!
30 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Red Sox win their third straight series against the Indians! Eduardo Rodriguez and Nathan Eovaldi have strong starts! JD Martinez and Rafael Dever...
Kyle Schwarber vs. JD Martinez for 2022 Debate
28 Aug 2021
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If JD Martinez opts out, and Kyle Schwarber declines his mutual option, which player should the Red Sox prioritize in bringing back for 2022 if they i...
Chris Sale Strikes Out Eight! Sox Win Twins Series!
27 Aug 2021
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Red Sox win their third series of August! Chris Sale struck out eight batters! Bobby Dalbec, Hunter Renfroe, Kike Hernandez, Kyle Schwarber all ...
Fire Matt Barnes, Hire Garrett Whitlock! Sox Win Texas Series!
24 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Red Sox beat the Rangers in perhaps the ugliest series of the year! We talk about Chris Sale's second start of the season! Garrett Whitlock...
Red Sox Hot Take... Monday
23 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We flipped the schedule to accomodate the postponement of Sunday's game, and begin the week with Hot Take Monday (normally Tuesday). They pert...
Will the Red Sox make the playoffs?
20 Aug 2021
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Will the Red Sox make the playoffs? How many wins do we predict they will have? Can the Yankees catch the Tampa Bay Rays? Terry and Charlie get into i...
Red Sox Crash And Burn In The Bronx!
19 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Another ugly series with poor offense, stranded baserunners, and blown opportunities! Do we still predict the Red Sox will make the playoffs? Is Alex ...
Travis Shaw the Steve Pearce of 2021?
17 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Our lastest edition of Totally Legit or Calling the Cops! Eduardo Rodriguez possibly pitching for the Brewers in 2022... or perhaps the Yankees? Tra...
Chris Sale Notches Comeback Win! Schwarber Explosive In Debut!
16 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We get into our thoughts on Chris Sale's long awaited return! WIll Christian Vazquez continue to be his catcher? Are we seeing the real Bob...
Barnes Possibly Lose 9th Inning Job? Houck Better Suited For The Bullpen?
14 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We get into Barnes recent struggles as of late, and discuss how long his leash may be as the current closer! What are some other alternative scenari...
Red Sox Batters Get Silenced In Tampa Finale! Drop Two Of Three Games!
13 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Red Sox get trounced by the Tampa Bay Ray in two out of three games! Starting pitching was fairly solid all the way around, but the bullpen impl...
Hot Take Tuesday: Red Sox Bullpen, A.L. East Race, and Much More!
10 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Terry and Charlie get into hot takes submitted by the listeners and react to all of them! Some of the topics included the Red Sox bullpen, AL EAST...
Red Sox Get Gut Punched By Blue Jays!!!
09 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Red Sox lose multiple winnable games in the Toronto series! Will they ever return to their first half form again? When did Chaim Bloom make the ...
Martin Perez to be DFA'ed? Connor Seabold to join Sox rotation soon?
07 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Is Martin Perez on the verge of being DFA'ed this coming week? What will the Red Sox rotation look like in a few weeks? Might we see Connor Seabol...
Red Sox Pathetic Streak Continues! Drop Series To Detroit!
06 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Red Sox drop their third series in a row! Offense continues to fall flat! Base runners keep getting stranded! Alex Cora made some questionable d...
Will Yankees Pass The Sox? Plawecki over Vazquez?
04 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Another episode of Totally Legit or Calling the Cops! We talk about the state of the Red Sox within the division! Should Kevin Plawecki get mo...
Eovaldi & Perez Shelled By Tampa In Series Sweep!
02 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In what should have been a battle of AL East supremacy, the Red Sox starters get shelled, and the offense fell flat! Josh Taylor continues to be lig...
Red Sox Add Two Relievers, But Was It Enough?
31 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Terry and Charlie do a complete break down on whether the Red Sox adequately addressed their trade deadline needs to increase their chances of winning...
Red Sox Acquire Kyle Schwarber From Nationals!!!!
30 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
After missing out on Anthony Rizzo being traded to the Yankees... The Red Sox have acquired Kyle Schwarber from the Nationals!!! How does he fit wit...
Hot Take Tuesday: Devers Extension Talk, Jonathan Schoop A Trade Target?
27 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Will Rafael Devers win the MVP? How critical is a contract extension in the near future? Is Jonathan Schoop a Red Sox target? Does he move the n...
Kike & Devers Hammer The Yankees! Sox Take Three Games!
26 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Kike Hernandez continues on his torrid month of July, this time punishing the Yankees over the course of the series! Devers also took Gerrit Cole ...
Deep Dives: Anthony Rizzo Destined For The Red Sox?
23 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Which part of the team will the Red Sox front office focus on in terms of pursuing upgrades as the trade deadline nears? Which trade targets are t...
Kike Herandez Leads Offensive Explosion Against Toronto!!!
22 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Red Sox win their first series since Oakland in early July! Kike Hernandez lead the offensive explosion with three home runs! Michael Chavis...
Totally Legit or Calling the Cops: Jarren Duran The Next Jacoby Ellsbury?
20 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We get into a number of topics on this week's episode of Totally Legit or Calling the Cops! Is Jarren Duran the next Jacoby Ellsbury? Will the Red...
Red Sox Lineup Has No Balls! Sox Drop Two To Yankees!
19 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Red Sox drop third straight series in a row! Pitching was stellar, but the lineup fell flat on it's face! Cushman is DONE with Christian Arr...
RED SOX CALL UP JARREN DURAN FOR YANKEES SERIES!!!
15 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Jarren Duran finally gets his call up to the Red Sox ahead of the Yankees series! Which position will he play? Who is the odd man out? Our cre...
Red Sox Hot Take Tuesday!!!
13 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We answered many hot takes submitted to us on social media! Should the Red Sox pursue Anthony Rizzo? Does it make sense to acquire a rental? Is it w...
Red Sox Drop Frustrating Series To Phillies! Draft Marcelo Mayer!
12 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Red Sox drop a very frustrating series to the Phillies! Starting pitching stumbled in each start! Martin Perez is pitching like a man who is abo...
Deep Dives: Shohei Ohtani! Red Sox Draft Predictions!
09 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Is Shohei Ohtani the face of baseball? Will he ever win a championship in Anaheim? Also we give Red Sox predictions for Sunday's MLB draft? ...
Red Sox Drop Frustrating Series To Angels!!
08 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Shohei Ohtani was the story of the series! Nathan Eovaldi and Eduardo Rodriguez fell flat! Kike Hernandez and Hunter Renfroe cooled off, and the o...
Totally Legit, or Calling the Cops?
06 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Charlie and Terry tackle this week's segment of Totally Legit, or Calling the Cops!? Will Josh Taylor steal Matt Barnes job? Is Dustin Pedroia a f...
Red Sox Win Oakland Series! Andriese Blows Eight Game Streak!
05 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Red Sox win what seemed to be the most stressful series of the year against Oakland! Two of the three games went into extra innings! Eduardo R...
Deep Dives: Sale & Houck Ramping Up, Franchy at 1B?!
02 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Sale is cruising through his workouts, and appears to be about ready for a rehab start! Tanner Houck has already made two rehab starts! Wha...
Red Sox Win Streak At Seven Games! Bullpen Perfect Against Royals!!!
02 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Red Sox sweep the Royals! Nearly the entire offense explodes on the Kansas City pitching staff! Nathan Eovaldi quietly building a case for Cy Youn...
Red Sox Hot Take Tuesday!
29 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Your hot takes! Our answers! We cover everything in this show from playoff matchups! Gerrit Cole vs. Jake deGrom! Was Nathan Eovaldi'...
Red Sox Sweep Yankees AGAIN! Boston Pitching Dominated All Weekend!
28 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Red Sox remain undefeated at 6-0 against the Yankees for 2021! Nathan Eovaldi and Eduardo Rodriguez dominated! Bullpen was able to hold close lead...
Deep Dives: Tanner Houck, Christian Arroyo, AL East Race!
26 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Red Sox Deep Dives, we talk about who the next man up could be to help the rotation! Especially in light of Garrett Richards Stru...
Red Sox Drop Tampa Series! Spoil Pivetta's Gem!!
25 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Red Sox drop a very tumultuous series to the Tampa Bay Rays! The loss on Thursday also drops Boston to second place in the AL East. We talk abo...
Totally Legit, or Calling the Cops?
22 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The third installment of "Totally Legit, or Calling the Cops.'Sandy Leon will be acquired to once again catch Chris Sale? Totally legit or ...
Red Sox Suck ROYALLY! Drop Two Out Of Three!
21 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Red Sox stunningly drop two games to the Royals after an impressive Braves series! Pitching wasn't stellar, but the Boston offense fell comple...
Deep Dives: Gripping Agents Banned! Our Reaction! What It Means For The Red Sox!
18 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
With the gripping agents ban set to begin on Monday, we are already seeing some Red Sox pitcher's spin rates going down. What does it mean for ...
Red Sox Sweep Braves!!! Holy Grand Slam Arroyo!!!!!!!!
17 Jun 2021
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Red Sox sweep the Atlanta Braves in an all out slugfest!!! Rafael Devers drives in five runs! Arroyo hits a grandslam! Xander hit three double...
Your Red Sox Hot Takes! Our Reactions!
16 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ten hot takes were submitted by our listeners all across social media. Charlie, Jason, and Terry react to all of them on various aspects of the Bost...
Sox Survive Against Jays! But Did Boston's Rotation Cheat Early In Season?
15 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Red Sox barely survive series with Blue Jays! Nick Pivetta and Martin Perez continue to scuffle, which suspiciously coincides with new preventative...
Deep Dives: Bogaerts hints strongly to opting out of Red Sox contract!
12 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are the Red Sox abandoning the traditional concept of a lead off man? Could they be a huge mistake?Spider Tack: Are Red Sox players using it? H...
Red Sox THUMPED by Astros again!
11 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Astros came to Fenway, and it wasn't pretty! Martin Perez and Nathan Eovaldi both scuffled! Offense was cold the first two games. but ex...
Totally Legit or Calling the Cops?
08 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Eduardo Rodriguez could be traded by the July 31 deadline?The Red Sox will acquire Kris Byrant at the July 31 deadline?Chris Sale will start at least ...
Red Sox spank the Yanks!!! Most dominant series of the year!!!!
07 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Red Sox sweep the Yankees in their first meeting of 2021! All three starting pitchers were on point, kept the Yankees offense at bay! The bullpe...
Red Sox Deep Dives: Workman, Brasier, can Sox win AL East?
05 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss whether or not Brandon Workman forced the Red Sox hand to promote him to the big club! Was it a move they really wanted to make? How ...
Sox Drop Brutal Astros Series! Offense Goes Quiet!
04 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Red Sox offense was anemic against the Astros as they drop three games! Pitching was very stout aside from Eduardo Rodriguez! We get into ...
Bastards Investigate: Marcell Ozuna Arrested!
02 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Doug James and Terry Cushman react to the Marcell Ozuna domestic violence arrest! Should teams have the right to void a players contract? Is h...
Red Sox Hot Take Tuesday!!!
01 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Charlie and Terry answer everyone's Red Sox hot takes that were submitted by our followers via social media covering a wide array of Red Sox topic...
Sox Sweep Marlins! Ottavino & Taylor LIGHTS OUT!!!
31 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Red Sox sweep the Miami Marlins in the middle of a monsoon! Pitching was all around very solid Martin Perez and Nathan Eovaldi! Bullpen co...
Bastards Investigate: Corey Kluber Injury, Giovanny Gallegos Hat Confiscation
29 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Doug James and Terry Cushman tackle the Corey Kluber injury, and what it means for the Yankees going forward! How screwed is their rotation now? ...
Deep Dives: Who gets DFA'ed when Brasier & Workman return?
28 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode of deep dives, we get into Chris Sale's time table, and how careful shold the Red Sox be given the recent rash of injur...
Sox split w/ Braves! Pivetta strikes out nine, remains undefeated!!
27 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Red Sox salvage a split with the Atlanta Braves! Nick Pivetta will take his undefeated streak into the month of June! Garrett Richards continues...
Hot Take Tuesday
25 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We react and respond to all of your Red Sox hot takes you all submitted to us on social media in this week's episode of of Hot Take Tuesday! It ...
Sox win Phillies series! Rodriguez nightmare continues!
24 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Red Sox win second straight series! Darwinzon Hernandez shuts down the Phillies with the bases loaded! Devers continues to punish other team's p...
Red Sox Deep Dives: Upon Chris Sale's return, which starter loses their job?
22 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We cover three topics in this deep dives episode:1. Who is Danny Santana? How does he fit with the Red Sox?2. Which starting pitcher will get b...
Red Sox defeat Blue Jays on Clutch Three Run Homer by Martinez!
21 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Red Sox beat the Blue Jays in dramatic fashion! JD Martinez saves the day with a three run homer in the 9th! Bobby Dalbec continues to make an exp...