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The Red Sox are locking them up! This week, Dr. Big Mac, Rich, and Chief Bobby break down Boston’s latest strategy of securing their young talent early. Is it a genius move to save money long-term, or a disaster waiting to happen? Plus, we analyze the Red Sox’s rough start to the season—Devers struggling, Crochet dealing, and the offense looking shaky.

We also dive into the latest from the NFL Owners Meeting, debate the Patriots Hall of Fame candidates, and take some wild guesses about what’s coming next with the BOTPOD. And of course, we wrap things up with our favorite segment—Simplest Minds of the Week.

Buckle up. It’s another wild ride with the Simple Minds Sports Show!

Show Notes:

Intro: Red Sox Are Locking 'Em Up

• Rich: Your favorite Red Sox are all going to be let go
• Ray: TBD
• Bobby: TBD

Show Rundown:

Red Sox Strategy for the Future

• Brayan Bello (March 2024): 6-year, $55M deal, free agent at 30.
• Ceddanne Rafaela (April 2024): 8-year, $50M deal, free agent at 30.
• Garrett Crochet (March 2025): 6-year, $170M deal, free agent at 31.
• Kristian Campbell (April 2025): 8-year, $60M deal, free agent at 30.

Is locking up young talent early the right strategy?

• Avoid big free agent spending later.
• Lower overall cost for key players.
• Risks: Players underperform, get disgruntled, or leave when they peak.

Red Sox Start to the Season

• Record: 2-4 (depending on today’s game), last in AL.
• Devers struggling: .087 BA, 2-23, 2 RBI, 15 Ks to start the season.
• Garrett Crochet dominates Game 2: 8 IP, 4 H, 0 ER, 1 BB, 8 K.
• Middle of the lineup struggling:
• Devers: .087 BA
• Bregman: .231 BA
• Casas: .095 BA
• Story: .263 BA
• Bright spots:
• Kristian Campbell looking solid as the rookie cornerstone.
• Wilyer Abreu is on fire.

Other Topics:

• NFL Owners Meeting – Key Takeaways
• Patriots Hall of Fame Debate
• Guess What’s Next with the BOTPOD
• Simplest Minds of the Week

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