CAUTION: Boston Red Sox URGED to Upgrade Infield Over SIGNING Randal Grichuk or Starling Marte

Boston Red Sox face a critical offseason crossroads: should they pursue a right-handed outfielder or prioritize infield help? With the roster stacked in the outfield—featuring Jarren Duran, Roman Anthony, Masataka Yoshida, and Wilyer Abreu—adding free agents like Starling Marte, Tommy Pham, or Randal Grichuk may be more of a risk than a reward. Will versatility or overcrowding derail this young, dynamic outfield’s momentum?

Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian analyzes fresh developments, including Mickey Gasper’s return to bolster catching depth and the intriguing signing of pitcher Kyle Keller after his stint in Nippon Professional Baseball. Catch insightful discussion on current Red Sox infield weaknesses, Breslow’s pitching strategy, and key position battles heading into spring training. The episode asks: can Boston secure the right mix to contend, or will lingering holes leave them vulnerable in the AL East?

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