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

Red Sox stun A's with Trevor Story's record-breaking stolen base streak. Is a deep playoff run on the horizon?

Host Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian breaks down Boston's crucial 5-4 extra-inning victory, highlighting Story's AL-record 31 consecutive stolen bases and game-changing plays. The discussion covers Alex Cora's strategic management, Lucas Giolito's pitching struggles, and how recent performances are reshaping the Red Sox's postseason landscape.

Key topics include Boston's offensive challenges with runners in scoring position, upcoming wild card race implications, and potential playoff rotation concerns. Maljanian offers insider perspectives on Cora's in-game decisions and Giolito's effectiveness at Fenway...

The Red Sox (83-69) walked off with a 5-4, 10-Inning win over the Athletics in front of a sellout crowd of 36,404 at Fenway Park Wednesday night.  Nate Eaton scored the winning run on a groundball off the bat of pinch-hitter Nick Sogard. The throw to the plate from 2nd-baseman Zack Gelof arrived late with Eaton scoring on the head-first slide. The Sox even up the series at 1-1 and are now 2-3 on their current 6-game homestand. With the loss, the Athletics 5-game win streak came to an end.  

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Going with Gio: Lucas Giolito mad...

Red Sox playoff hopes hang by a thread after crushing loss to Athletics. Can Boston's bats wake up in time?

Host Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian breaks down the Red Sox's offensive woes, highlighting their abysmal .092 average with runners in scoring position over the last six games. She analyzes Alex Bregman's $40 million slump and questions Alex Cora's bullpen management, particularly Greg Weissert's usage in high-leverage situations. The discussion covers Boston's wild card battle, Connelly Early's strong start, and potential fixes for the team's situational hitting struggles.

Tune in for an in-depth look at the critical issues facing...

The Red Sox (82-69) dropped a 2-1 decision to the Athletics in front of a crowd of 35,886 at Fenway Park Tuesday night. The Sox are 2-3 on their current 6-game homestand and 4-9 over their last 13 games in Boston.  With the win, the Athletics have won 5 in a row. 

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Early Is A Go: Connelly Early was terrific in making his 1st career start at Fenway in Tuesday night's opener against the Athletics. Early left with a 1-0 lead and a runner on in the 6th and was charged with the run after Greg Weissert game...

Red Sox playoff pitching strategy unveiled. Will a four-man rotation lead to postseason success?

Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian breaks down Boston's bold move to shorten their pitching lineup, featuring Garrett Crochet, Brayan Bello, Lucas Giolito, and rookie Connelly Early. The discussion covers the risks and rewards of this approach, Liam Hendriks' season-ending injury, and the team's playoff chances. Key topics include the impact of young stars Roman Anthony and Marcelo Mayer, plus veteran Alex Bregman's role in a potential deep run.

Tune in for expert analysis on how the Red Sox's pitching gamble could reshape their...

Red Sox playoff hopes hang in the balance as Wilyer Abreu's return looms large. Can Boston's bats heat up in time to secure a wild card spot?

Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian breaks down the Sox's recent offensive woes, highlighting their disappointing series loss to the Yankees. Key topics include the impact of Abreu's absence, current wild card standings, and players who need to step up their game. The host analyzes Boston's struggles with runners in scoring position and dissects the performances of Masataka Yoshida, Alex Bregman, and Brayan Bello.

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The Red Sox (82-68) scored 6 runs in the 1st Inning and avoided being swept at home by the New York Yankees by taking the series finale- 6-4, at Fenway Park Sunday night.  With Sunday's win, the Red Sox avoided being swept at home for the 2nd time this season and are 1.5 games behind the Yankees for the 1st American League Wild Card. The Red Sox clinched a winning record for the first time since 2021 when the club went 92-70 and lost in the ALCS to the Houston Astros. Aroldis Chapman worked a 1-2-3 9th to slam the door shut...

The Red Sox (81-68) lost their 3rd in a row with a 5-3 loss to the Yankees in front of a sellout crowd at Fenway Park Saturday afternoon. The Yankees have won the first 2 games of the series and now lead the Red Sox by 2.5 games for the top Wild Card spot in the American League.     

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Bello on the Bump: Brayan Bello made the start against the Yankees Saturday afternoon and took the loss to fall to 11-7 on the year. The Yankees got him for 2 runs in the 1st Inning. Jazz Chisholm Jr. had 3...

The Red Sox (81-67) returned home Friday night to open up a 6-game homestand and dropped the series opener, 4-1, to the New York Yankees at Fenway Park. The Sox have lost 2 in a row and are now 1.5 games behind the Yankees for the top Wild Card in the American League. The Red Sox are now 4.5 games behind the Toronto Blue Jays.   

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Going with Gio: Lucas Giolito made the start in the series opener and took the loss to fall to 10-4 on the season. Giolito gave up a solo Home Run to Aaron Ju...

Red Sox Stunner: Bregman's Game-Changing Impact and Crucial Yankees Showdown

Alex Bregman's leadership revolutionizes the Boston Red Sox. His unique approach to team strategy and player development sets him apart in MLB. Host Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian breaks down Bregman's vital role, analyzes the evolving starting rotation, and previews a season-defining series against the New York Yankees. Key topics include Kyle Harrison's impressive debut, potential roster moves, and offensive strategies to overcome injuries.

Will the Red Sox's small ball tactics and team speed be enough to outpace the Yankees? Can Boston's pitching staff rise to the...

Red Sox stunned by A's as Chapman falters. Is the AL East race slipping away?

Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian breaks down Boston's frustrating 5-4 loss to the Athletics, highlighting Aroldis Chapman's setback and Kyle Harrison's promising debut. The discussion covers the Red Sox's offensive struggles, Justin Slaten's concerning performance, and how these factors impact the team's playoff hopes. Key topics include Boston's situational hitting woes, upcoming challenges against the Yankees, and potential roster moves to watch.

Don't miss this crucial analysis of the Red Sox's path forward as the AL East battle intensifies. Will Boston bounce...

The Red Sox (81-66) could not complete the comeback and closed out their 6-game road trip with a 5-4 loss to the Athletics Wednesday afternoon at Sutter Health Field in Sacramento, California. Rob Refsnyder tied the game at 4-4 with a pinch-hit, RBI Double in the Top of the 9th Inning. Aroldis Chapman gave up a leadoff Double to Shea Langeliers in the home 9th and Langeliers scored the winning on an RBI Single from Lawrence Butler, giving the Athletics the walk-off win. With the loss, the Red Sox failed to finish off the sweep and the club failed t...

Red Sox pitching prodigy Connelly Early stuns in MLB debut. Is a new ace emerging in Boston?

Host Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian breaks down Early's dominant 11-strikeout performance against the Athletics, highlighting his impressive pitch arsenal and poise on the mound. The discussion covers Romy Gonzalez's recent hot streak and injury scare, the impact of Kyle Harrison's promotion, and how these developments reshape the Red Sox's playoff aspirations. Key topics include Boston's evolving pitching rotation, upcoming challenges against the New York Yankees, and potential breakout stars to watch.

Don't miss this in-depth analysis of the Boston...

The Red Sox (81-65) won their 3rd in a row with a 6-0 victory over the Athletics Tuesday night at Sutter Health Park in Sacramento, California.  With Tuesday night's victory, the Red Sox clinched the series win (3-2 on Trip) with 1 more to go and move to 16 games above .500 for the 2nd time this season. It's the Sox 81st win of the season which matches last year's season total.   

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Early Gets the Call: Connelly Early impressed in notching the win in his Major League debut. He worked 5 scoreless innings and tied a franchise record with 1...

Garrett Crochet dominates the A's with 10 Ks. Is he baseball's best?

Host Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian breaks down Crochet's stellar 7-inning performance, highlighting his mechanical adjustments and Cy Young potential. The discussion covers Dustin May's injury, prospect Connelly Early's call-up, and how Alex Cora's tactics are reshaping the Red Sox's playoff push. Key topics include Boston's depleted roster, the impact of Wilyer Abreu's return, and potential strategies to overcome their offensive struggles.

Will the Red Sox's small ball approach be enough to secure a postseason berth? Can Crochet maintain his dominance as the rotation's anchor? Tune...

The Red Sox (80-65) won their 2nd straight with a (7-0) win over the Athletics in the series opener at Sutter Health Park in Sacramento, California Monday night.  It's the Sox 80th win of the season. The club did not reach 80 wins until their 158th game on September 24 last season. The Sox are 2-2 on their current 6-game road trip.   

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Crochet Day: Garrett Crochet turned in a terrific performance in notching his 15th win of the season on Monday night's series opener. Crochet allowed 3 Hits over 7 scoreless innings. He walked no one, struck out 10 and...

Red Sox pitching dominates as playoff race heats up. Can Brayan Bello secure the #2 starter spot behind Garrett Crochet?

Host Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian analyzes Bello's impressive 2.74 ERA since June 15 and compares him to Lucas Giolito. She breaks down Aroldis Chapman's historic season as closer, highlighting his 0.98 ERA and 17 scoreless appearances streak. The discussion covers Boston's offensive struggles, injury concerns, and crucial upcoming series against the Yankees and Blue Jays.

Tune in for expert insights on Alex Cora's bullpen management and how the Red Sox can optimize their lineup to secure a wild card spot.

The Red Sox (79-65) scored 3 runs in the Top of the 9th Inning and avoided the series sweep with a 7-4 win over the Diamondbacks at Chase Field in Phoenix Arizona. It's the Red Sox 35 comeback win of the season. Garrett Whitlock worked 1.2 scoreless innings for the win. Aroldis Chapman struck out 4 in the ninth to finish off the D-backs and notch his 29th Save.    

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The Big Knock: Nick Sogard came off the bench and delivered a 2-out, 2-run Double in the Top of the 9th Inning that put the Red Sox in front, 6-4. I...

The Red Sox (78-65) dropped their 3rd straight with a 5-1 loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field in Phoenix, Arizona Saturday night. The Red Sox have not led at any point in losing the first 2 Games of the series to the D-Backs. The Red Sox will look to avoid being swept in a series for the 5th time this season and for the 4th time on the road with Sunday's finale. 

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Sox at the Dish: Masa Yoshida knocked in the Red Sox only run of the game with a 2-out, RBI Single in t...

The Red Sox (78-64) opened up their 6-game road trip with a 10-5 loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field in Phoenix, Arizona.  The loss snapped the Red Sox season-high 4-game road winning streak.  The Red Sox fall to 4.5 games behind the Blue Jays for 1st-place in the AL East. The Blue Jays took the opener from the Yankees in the Bronx Friday night, and the Red Sox remain a half game behind the Yankees for the top AL Wild Card spot.     

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Sox at the Dish: The Red Sox managed only 1 run over the 1s...

Red Sox Nation on high alert! Roman Anthony's oblique strain sends shockwaves through Boston's lineup. Can the team overcome this crucial loss?

Host Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian breaks down Anthony's impact and potential playoff implications. The discussion covers Jordan Hicks' struggles, Chris Murphy's call-up, and Kyle Harrison's looming debut. Key topics include bullpen management, rotation adjustments, and how these moves reshape Boston's postseason aspirations.

Don't miss this in-depth analysis of the Boston Red Sox's path forward. Will the team's depth be enough to weather the storm? Tune in for expert insights on the critical decisions facing...

Red Sox Roster Shakeup: Bregman's Future and Cora's Impact

Boston's baseball landscape faces seismic shifts. Will Alex Bregman opt out? Can Marcelo Mayer overcome injuries? Host Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian and WEEI's Tom Carroll dissect the Red Sox's pivotal decisions. They analyze Bregman's value beyond stats, Mayer's trade potential, and Alex Cora's crucial off-field management. The duo also sets expectations for a successful 2025 campaign. Is an ALDS appearance enough, or should fans dream bigger?

Tune in for insider perspectives on Boston's roster moves and playoff aspirations. Will the front office make the bold choices needed to...

The Red Sox (78-63) concluded their 6-game homestand with a disappointing 8-1 loss to the Cleveland Guardians Wednesday night at Fenway Park. Cleveland scored a run in the 1st Inning and opened up the game with a 6-run 2nd against the Sox bullpen.  The Sox went 3-3 on their homestand against the Pirates and Guardians. 

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Sox at the Dish: The Red Sox managed only 7 hits (1 Extra-Base Hit) in Wednesday night's loss. Nick Sogard knocked in the club's only run with a 2-out Single in the 4th. The team went 1-for-8 with Runners in Scoring Posi...

Red Sox playoff hopes alive: Can they shock MLB? Boston's rollercoaster season reaches critical juncture.

Host Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian and WEEI's Tom Carroll dissect the Boston Red Sox's unexpected playoff push. They analyze the impact of trading Rafael Devers, the surprising performances of Lucas Giolito and Brayan Bello, and the outfield's strength and challenges. The conversation shifts to Roman Anthony's meteoric rise and his potential as the franchise's future cornerstone.

Tune in for expert insights on the Red Sox's World Series chances, roster management strategies, and the young talent reshaping Boston's baseball landscape. Will the...

The Red Sox (78-62) made it 3 straight wins with an 11-7 victory over the Cleveland Guardians in front of a crowd of 34,901 at Fenway Park Tuesday night. The Sox scored 4 runs, all with 2 outs, in the Bottom of the 8th Inning to go in front for good.  It's the Sox 34th comeback win of the season.  With the win, the Red Sox clinched the series vs. the Guardians and are now a season-high 16 games over .500.

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Sox at the Dish: After the Guardians scored a run in the Top of the 2nd Inning, the Red Sox...

Trevor Story's stellar season sparks contract speculation. Will the Red Sox lose their star infielder in 2026?

Host Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian analyzes Story's impressive .260 average, 22 homers, and 84 RBIs, weighing his potential opt-out decision. She examines Brayan Bello's recent pitching struggles against the Cleveland Guardians and explores how fatherhood impacts his day game performance. The discussion covers September roster expansions, including the additions of ZacK Kelly and Ali Sánchez, and their implications for the Red Sox's playoff push.

Tune in for expert insights on the Red Sox's crucial September schedule and their tight race with the B...

The Red Sox (77-62) came from behind to beat the Cleveland Guardians, 6-4, in the series opener on Labor Monday at Fenway Park. Aroldis Chapman worked a 1-2-3 9th for his 28th save. With the win, the Red Sox are 15 games over .500 for the 2nd time this season. 

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Sox at the Dish: The Sox got on the board with 2 runs in the 1st-Inning against Guardians rookie starter, Parker Messick. Roman Anthony led off the game with a Single and eventually scored from 3rd on a balk.  Romy Gonzalez knocked in the 2nd run of th...

Red Sox make bold moves: Chapman extended, Buehler released. Is a playoff push on the horizon?

Host Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian breaks down the Boston Red Sox's recent roster shakeups, analyzing Aroldis Chapman's $13.3 million extension and Walker Buehler's surprising release. The discussion covers Chapman's impressive 1.02 ERA, Buehler's struggles, and how these decisions impact the team's postseason aspirations. Maljanian also recaps the Red Sox's series against the Pittsburgh Pirates, highlighting Lucas Giolito's strong performance and Jarren Duran's electrifying inside-the-park home run.

Don't miss this in-depth analysis of the Boston Red Sox's path to October baseball. Will Chapman's...

The Red Sox (76-62) avoided being swept by the Pittsburgh Pirates with Sunday's 5-2 win in front of a sellout crowd of 36,583 at Fenway Park. Aroldis Chapman retired the side 1-2-3 with 2 strikeouts in the 9th to notch his 27th save. With the win, the Sox avoided a 6th straight home loss and finished 17-11 in August. It's the first time the Sox have had a winning record in the month of August since 2019.     

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Sox at the Dish: The Red Sox went in front for good in the 5th Inning. Roman Anthony tied the gam...

The Red Sox (75-62) dropped their 5th straight game at Fenway, falling 10-3, to the Pittsburgh Pirates Saturday afternoon in front of another sellout crowd. The Pirates scored 3 runs in the 5th and 5 runs in the 6th to break the game open. Pittsburgh, now 22-46 on the road, has won the first 2 games of the series.         

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Sox at the Dish: Carlos Narvaez tied the game at 1-1 with a solo Home Run to start off the 3rd Inning against Johan Oviedo. It was his 12th of the season, 6th at Fenway, and broke an 0-for-9 ski...

The Red Sox (75-60) returned home from a 7-1 road trip and lost the series opener, 4-2, to the Pittsburgh Pirates in front of a sellout crowd of 36,344 Friday night at Fenway Park. The Sox 4-game win streak came to an end with the loss, and they've now lost 4 straight at Fenway.    

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Sox at the Dish: The Sox got on the board first, scoring in the 4th on a Ceddanne Rafaela infield Single and an E-5 that scored Masa Yoshida. Roman Anthony made it 2-0 with a Home Run to lead off the 5th Innin...

MLB playoff races heat up as Kyle Schwarber's 4-homer game stuns the league. Is this the most impressive offensive performance of the season?

Jeff Carr and the squad break down the latest developments in the American and National League playoff hunts. The hosts debate the difficulty of hitting for the cycle versus a 4-homer game, analyzing Schwarber's recent feat and its historical context. The conversation shifts to a heated MVP discussion, pitting Yankees slugger Aaron Judge against Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh.

Tune in for expert analysis on playoff positioning, offensive explosions, and the factors that...

Red Sox dominate Orioles in crucial sweep. Is this the turning point for Boston's playoff push?

Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian breaks down the Boston Red Sox's impressive series against Baltimore, highlighting Lucas Giolito's stellar 8-inning performance and Aroldis Chapman's career-best bullpen dominance. The discussion covers offensive concerns, situational hitting struggles, and how these factors might impact Boston's postseason chances. Key topics include the Red Sox's pitching depth, upcoming challenges, and top prospect Payton Tolle's highly anticipated MLB debut.

Don't miss this in-depth analysis of the Boston Red Sox's path to October baseball. Will their pitching prowess...

The Red Sox (75-60) held on for a 3-2 win over the Baltimore Orioles Thursday afternoon at Camden Yards and with the win completed a 4-game series sweep.  It's the Sox 7th sweep of the season and 2nd on the road. With Thursday's win, the Sox have won 4 straight road games for the 1st time this season and are a season-high 15 games over .500.  

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Sox at the Dish: The Sox got on the board 1st with Trevor Story's 2-out solo Home Run in the 1st Inning. Rob Refsnyder put the Red Sox up 2-1 with a so...

Chapman's dominance stuns as Red Sox surge in playoff race. Is Boston's bullpen now the best in baseball?

Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian breaks down Aroldis Chapman's jaw-dropping stats and Ceddanne Rafaela's clutch homer against the Orioles. The discussion covers Chapman's 100+ mph fastballs at 36, Rafaela's plate struggles, and how returning players like Rob Refsnyder could reshape the lineup. Key topics include Boston's recent success against the Yankees, bullpen strategy shifts, and the tightening AL wild card battle.

Don't miss this in-depth analysis of the Red Sox's path to October. Will Chapman's dominance and Rafaela's heroics propel Boston...

The Red Sox (74-60) called it a comeback with Wednesday night's 3-2 victory over the Orioles at Camden Yards in Baltimore. Ceddanne Rafaela hit a 2-run Home Run in the top of the 9th Inning to put the Sox in front. Aroldis Chapman struck out the side in the Bottom of the 9th to end it and pick up his 26th Save.  With Wednesday's win, the Sox are a season-high 14 games over .500     

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Sox at the Dish: For the 2nd time in the Series, Roman Anthony led off the game with a Home Run. He did it...

Red Sox hurler Lucas Giolito stuns Orioles with dominant 8-inning shutout. Is he the missing piece for Boston's playoff push?

Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian breaks down Giolito's masterful performance, highlighting his pitch selection and strategy against Baltimore's potent lineup. The discussion covers David Hamilton's recent offensive surge, the impact on Boston's bullpen, and how Alex Cora's tactics are reshaping the AL East race. Key topics include the Red Sox's chances of catching Toronto, upcoming challenges against division rivals, and potential roster moves to watch.

Don't miss this in-depth analysis of Boston's path to October baseball. Can...

The Red Sox (73-60) won for the 4th time in 5 games this season against the Orioles at Camden Yards with Tuesday night's 5-0 victory in Baltimore. The Sox are 5-1 on their current road trip with 2 more to go against the Orioles.  With Tuesday night's win, the Red Sox are 13 games above .500 for the 3rd time this season.  

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Going with Gio: Lucas Giolito struck out 8 and tossed 8 scoreless Innings in notching his 9th win of the season with Tuesday's victory against the Orioles. Giolito has worked 15 scoreless frames in 2 starts vs. the Orioles this seas...

Red Sox stun Orioles with Duran's clutch homer. Is a playoff push on the horizon?

Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian breaks down Boston's impressive victory, highlighting Jarren Duran's game-changing three-run blast and Garrett Whitlock's dominant bullpen performance. The discussion covers Duran's offensive struggles, Whitlock's transition from starter to reliever, and how Alex Cora's bullpen strategy is reshaping the AL East landscape. Key topics include Boston's late-inning options, Richard Fitts' injury concerns, and potential rotation adjustments as the playoff race heats up.

Don't miss this in-depth analysis of the Red Sox's path to October. Will Boston's bullpen hold...

The Red Sox (72-60) got back in the win column with a 4-3victory over the Baltimore Orioles in the series opener at Camden Yards Monday night. The Sox are 4-1 on their current 8-game Trip. With Monday's win, the Sox ended a 4-game losing streak against the Orioles.   

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Bernardino & Fitts: Brennan Bernardino was the opener for the Red Sox Monday night, and he struck out 2 in working a scoreless 1st. Richard Fitts entered after Bernardino and gave up 3 earned runs over 4+ Innings. Fitts walked 3, hit a batter and struck out 6. He finished up by...