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

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Locked On Red Sox podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Boston Red Sox and Major League Baseball. Hosted by former ESPN Digital Video Associate Gabby Hurlbut, the Locked On Red Sox podcast provides your daily Red Sox fix with expert, local analysis, and coverage of all aspects of the Red Sox franchise. Locked On Red Sox takes you beyond the scoreboard for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from within the Red Sox locker room and all over MLB. The Locked On Red Sox podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.

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Yu Chang New Red Sox Fan Favorite, Nick Pivetta Pitches Strong Outing

March 15, 2023 09:00 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MB

It's the best time of the year with Red Sox regular season baseball creeping closer and the World Baseball Classic getting fans back in the baseball mood. NESN's Lauren Willand and Jake Ignaszewski discuss Nick Pivetta's best Spring Training performance so far and how important he'll be to the success of this Red Sox rotation. Jake and Lauren then look at how the Red Sox lineup has shown much more plate discipline this Spring Training, specifically Triston Casas, and how it could play a huge...

Marcelo Mayer, Miguel Bleis Impress In Red Sox Spring Training

March 14, 2023 14:32 - 18 minutes - 16.7 MB

With a lot of Boston Red Sox regulars at the World Baseball Classic, many prospects are getting an extended look in spring training. Marcelo Mayer and Miguel Bleis are two of those prospects and they impressed Alex Cora during their recent games. NESN's Lauren Willand breaks down their plate appearances and how Bleis flashed the leather in the outfield and how he was a bright spot in the Red Sox's lopsided 16-3 loss to the Toronto Blue Jays. Lauren also goes over that, even though it's fine...

Alex Cora Hints At Red Sox Opening Day Starter...And It's Not Chris Sale

March 13, 2023 14:32 - 22 minutes - 20.5 MB

Opening Day is approaching and we now have an idea of who the Boston Red Sox starter will be come their game against the Baltimore Orioles at Fenway Park on March 30. NESN's Lauren Willand dives into Corey Kluber potentially being the Opening Day starter and why It seems to be the right move. Manager Alex Cora revealed he made the decision for it not to be Chris Sale over a month ago and revealed how the southpaw took the news. Lauren then looks into the next step Justin Turner took over t...

Red Sox Spring Training Win Streak Snapped; Chris Sale Looks Strong In Outing

March 12, 2023 10:00 - 19 minutes - 17.9 MB

All good things must come to an end like the Boston Red Sox's undefeated spring training streak. But it was bound to happen and NESN's Lauren Willand dives into some good news that came from the weekend including Chris Sale's strong start. Lauren also provides an update on Justin Turner after he got hit in the face with a pitch, Trevor Story, Garrett Whitlock and Brayan Bello. Also in this episode is some World Baseball Classic talk including how Masataka Yoshida and Yu Chang are doing. F...

Red Sox Stay Undefeated In Spring Training! Does It Mean Anything?

March 10, 2023 10:00 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MB

Red Sox beat writer for MLB.com Ian Browne joins Jake Ignaszewski to discuss the success so far early in Spring Training and if it matters. Ian and Jake then talk about the many positional battles currently happening in Red Sox camp and Ian gives his predictions on how those battles could play out. Ian shares his thoughts on Christian Arroyo and his assessment of his performance so far early in Spring Training. Lastly, Ian explains why fans should be worried about the team's multiple injuri...

What's The Biggest Under The Radar Storyline For Boston Red Sox?

March 09, 2023 19:17 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MB

Boston Globe Red Sox beat writer Alex Speier joins Jake Ignaszewski to discuss the energy in the clubhouse compared to past seasons and the biggest storyline that's flying under the radar surrounding the team. Jake and Alex also discuss the possibility of prospects like Enmanuel Valdez, Brandon Walter and Bryan Mata making the 26-roster after their impressive spring performances thus far. Lastly, Alex answers questions from fans on Twitter. Follow us on Twitter! @LO_RedSox & @jakeiggy & @l...

Potential Options For Boston Red Sox Starting Rotation In Light Of Injuries

March 08, 2023 10:00 - 33 minutes - 30.9 MB

With the Boston Red Sox facing some injuries to their pitchers who likely won't be ready for Opening Day, who could replace them on the roster? NESN's Lauren Willand and Jake Ignaszewski discuss some potential options including Kutter Crawford and Josh Winckowski, plus look into what the injuries to Garrett Whitlock, Brayan Bello and James Paxton means for Tanner Houck and why his next few starts are important to him. Jake also tosses an idea for the Red Sox to do as a fun way for fans to ...

Chris Sale Has First Spring Training Start For Red Sox; Justin Turner OK After Scary Incident

March 07, 2023 10:00 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MB

Chris Sale made his first spring training start and his first start since getting his finger broken last summer and he looked strong in his outing. NESN's Lauren Willand and Jake Ignaszewski break down Sale's two-inning start where he had a lot of control and seemed genuinely happy after coming off the mound after a strong appearance. The two also discuss a scary moment involving Justin Turner when he was hit in the head with a pitch. Turner was able to walk away on his own terms, and the t...

How Will World Baseball Classic Hurt or Help Red Sox? w/ MLB Network & WBC Reporter Jon Morosi

March 06, 2023 10:00 - 39 minutes - 36.4 MB

World Baseball Classic will be played for the first time in 6 years this month and is beginning in one week. The Red Sox have 10-12 players participating in the tournament to represent the countries their family is from. MLB Network & WBC Reporter Jon Morosi joins Jake Ignaszewski and NESN's Lauren Willand to speak about how the WBC could hurt or help the Red Sox going into the season. Morosi touches on how the tournament could help Masataka Yoshida acclimate to the MLB pitching and get use...

Boston Red Sox Offense Pounds Philadelphia Phillies; Catcher Decision Looming

March 03, 2023 13:56 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MB

Reporting from Fort Myers, Florida, Jake Ignaszewski and Jamie Gatlin share a glimpse of their day at Jet Blue Park and break down the Red Sox convincing win against the Phillies. Boston's offense put on a show while Tanner Houck struggled in his first start. Connor Wong injured his hamstring during the game so Jake and Jamie discuss how this gives Jorge Alfaro a perfect opportunity to try and crack the Opening Day roster. They also look into this decision the Red Sox have to make soon rega...

Boston Red Sox Offense Pounds Philadelphia Phillies; Catcher Decision Looming

March 03, 2023 13:56 - 31 minutes

Reporting from Fort Myers, Florida, Jake Ignaszewski and Jamie Gatlin share a glimpse of their day at Jet Blue Park and break down the Red Sox convincing win against the Phillies. Boston's offense put on a show while Tanner Houck struggled in his first start. Connor Wong injured his hamstring during the game so Jake and Jamie discuss how this gives Jorge Alfaro a perfect opportunity to try and crack the Opening Day roster. They also look into this decision the Red Sox have to make soon regard...

Boston Red Sox Continue Strong Spring Training; Matt Barnes Speaks About Former Team

March 02, 2023 10:00 - 33 minutes - 31 MB

The Boston Red Sox continued their strong spring training and even had a little visitor when a cat was running around the field Tuesday night. NESN's Lauren Willand and Jake Ignaszewski look at who impressed in their third win of spring including Triston Casas, who had a strong night at the plate for the Red Sox. They also look at Corey Kluber's first start and, even though it was only two innings, share why they were impressed with what they saw. Even though spring training games don't co...

2023 Boston Red Sox Dark Horses To Make Roster

March 01, 2023 10:00 - 34 minutes - 32 MB

Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora said he will take the 26 best players out of spring training and into Opening Day. So, will there be any dark horses? NESN's Lauren Willand Jake Ignaszewski look at who could be a dark horse candidates (or candidates) who could crack the Opening Day roster to begin the 2023 season for the Red Sox. Jake and Lauren go over their dark horses before reading some listeners answers to round out the discussion! Follow us on Twitter! @LO_RedSox & @jakeiggy & @lala...

Red Sox Pitcher Garrett Whitlock Could Miss Opening Day! Who Will Fill His Spot? w/ The Athletic's Jen McCaffrey

February 28, 2023 10:00 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MB

Red Sox question marks continue to grow with the news that Garrett Whitlock could miss Opening Day. The biggest question is who will fill his spot and how will the team's rotation stack up to begin the season? Players such as James Paxton, Tanner Houck, Bobby Dalbec and Jarren Duran still don't have defined roles on the roster as well. The vibes have still seemed high so far to begin the Red Sox's Spring Training. The Athletic's Jen McCaffrey joins Jake Ignaszewski to give fans a glimpse of...

Red Sox Deal With Pitch Clock Drama In Spring Training Game; Chris Sale Throws To Hitters

February 27, 2023 10:00 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MB

MLB implemented new rules this season which includes a pitch clock, and the Boston Red Sox were impacted by it over the weekend in their spring training game against the Atlanta Braves. Jake Ignaszewski and NESN's Lauren Willand share their thoughts on how the game against the Braves ended (in a tie) and share insight about their feelings on the pitch clock as a whole. The two also discuss Chris Sale's bullpen with his family in attendance and why it was a good sign for the pitcher. James ...

Red Sox First Spring Training Game is HERE! Casas Pre-Game Routine Drama, Yoshida & Valdez Impress

February 24, 2023 20:47 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MB

The Boston Red Sox kicked off their Spring Training schedule against Northeastern University, a tradition for years. Alex Cora submitted his first lineup card of the 2023 season with some surprises in it. Triston Casas also sheds light on some drama in the clubhouse last year that had to do with his pre-game routines of napping and sunbathing. Red Sox hitting coach spoke about how impressed he's been with Masataka Yoshida thus far and how he has shown much more power than anticipated. Alex C...

Tanner Houck Coming Into Red Sox Season With 'Chip On My Shoulder'

February 23, 2023 10:00 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MB

Tanner Houck, like many of his Boston Red Sox teammates, has a lot to prove coming into the 2023 MLB season and he's ready to do so. NESN's Lauren Willand discusses what Houck's role could be for the Red Sox and how him coming into the new season with a "chip on my shoulder" is a good thing -- especially if he feels comfortable with a third pitch and fully healthy after back surgery -- because he wants to bounce back and be a contributing factor to this team. Later Lauren talks about Bryan...

Red Sox Debate: Rafael Devers Vs. Alex Verdugo In A Race; Big Spring Training For Jarren Duran

February 22, 2023 10:00 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MB

So, who would win a race? Alex Verdugo or Rafael Devers? The Boston Red Sox teammates shared a lighthearted moment in a mic'd up video shared on the team's Instagram that is a must-watch. Jake Ignaszewski and NESN's Lauren Willand open the show by talking about the friendly back-and-forth and how it's good to see the chemistry already looking positive. They also look into how this is a big spring training for Jarren Duran, who is ready to learn from his 2022 mistakes and he competes for a ...

Is Chaim Bloom on Hot Seat? Should Red Sox extend Alex Verdugo?

February 21, 2023 10:00 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MB

Now that Spring Training is fully underway, a lot of Boston Red Sox personnel are answering some of the biggest questions the media and fans have had all offseason. A big one that's on a lot of people's minds: is Chaim Bloom on the hot seat? Bloom has had mixed results since being hired in 2019 and Red Sox CEO Sam Kennedy shared some clarity on the situation. Alex Verdugo also approached Red Sox leadership about a contract extension and has expressed a desire to stay in Boston. Jake Ignasze...

Red Sox Shut Down Brayan Bello; Nick Pivetta Exits Early

February 20, 2023 10:00 - 37 minutes - 33.9 MB

Before the Boston Red Sox officially began their spring training, they already were dealt with some bad news surrounding two pitchers. Brayan Bello was shut down with forearm tightness and Nick Pivetta is building back his stamina after a bout with COVID-19, so while it doesn't sound serious, NESN's Lauren Willand and Jake Ignaszewski look at the good and the bad, but then go into the pitching depth the Red Sox do have. Later the two talk about who the Red Sox could have bat leadoff and ta...

Former Red Sox Pitcher Michael Wacha To Padres, Turner Wearing No. 2, Dalbec to SS?

February 17, 2023 10:00 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MB

Red Sox says goodbye to Michael Wacha as he signs with the Padres and says welcome to Yu Chang. Justin Turner also explains why he's wearing the No. 2 despite Xander Bogaerts wearing the number for the majority of his Red Sox career. In other news, Alex Cora suggests that Bobby Dalbec could get some looks at shortstop during Spring Training. Jake Ignaszewski and NESN's Lauren Willand discuss what bringing back Yu Chang means for the middle infield alignment and why it's surprising that Chan...

Trevor Story Injury Timeline Update; Chris Sale's Message To Red Sox Doubters

February 16, 2023 10:00 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MB

It's always been unclear just how long Trevor Story would be sidelined after undergoing an internal bracing procedure on his elbow in the offseason, but now Boston Red Sox fans heard from the man himself regarding his injury. NESN's Lauren Willand looks at what Story had to say in terms of his recovery, timeline and overall how he's feeling and discusses how Kiké Hernández used humor to answer back to a reporter who questioned whether he had the résumé to be a leader in the Red Sox clubhous...

Evaluating Red Sox Farm System Going Into 2023

February 15, 2023 10:00 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MB

Over the last few weeks, multiple writers and major publications have released their 2023 rankings of all MLB farm systems. Most fans were surprised where the Red Sox were ranked on the lists from ESPN and The Athletic. Jake Ignaszewski breaks down the updated farm system rankings and shares his thoughts on why the team's system was ranked so low. ESPN's Kiley McDaniel joined the show as well to explain why he ranked the Red Sox where he did and shares two players that fans should keep an e...

Evaluating Red Sox Farm System Going Into 2023

February 15, 2023 10:00 - 30 minutes

Over the last few weeks, multiple writers and major publications have released their 2023 rankings of all MLB farm systems. Most fans were surprised where the Red Sox were ranked on the lists from ESPN and The Athletic. Jake Ignaszewski breaks down the updated farm system rankings and shares his thoughts on why the team's system was ranked so low. ESPN's Kiley McDaniel joined the show as well to explain why he ranked the Red Sox where he did and shares two players that fans should keep an eye...

Predicting 2023 Red Sox Opening Day Lineup 1,0

February 14, 2023 23:53 - 19 minutes - 17.8 MB

Baseball is in the air and it's time to make some early predictions! NESN's Lauren Willand takes a look at Alex Cora and his comments from Tuesday -- specifically about the lineup and splitting up Masatkaka Yoshida and Rafael Devers, while being non-committal to a five-man rotation. Lauren predicts what the Red Sox lineup will be come Opening Day (but notes it likely will change as spring training goes on). Later Lauren looks at an awkward exchange Chaim Bloom had with a reporter about whe...

Grading Red Sox 2023 Offseason

February 13, 2023 21:34 - 32 minutes - 30 MB

Spring Training is HERE, which means that the 2023 offseason is officially over. Now it's time to look back at the eventful last few months and grade the moves that the Red Sox made. Jake Ignaszewski is back from working Super Bowl week and is back with NESN's Lauren Willand to give their final thoughts on the team's offseason and share how they believe the team's moves will impact their success in 2023. Jake and Lauren also bring up the glaring question marks and what if's surrounding the ...

Who Will Be The Leader Or Leaders Of Red Sox In 2023?

February 10, 2023 18:47 - 22 minutes - 21 MB

With a lot of roster turnover and a lot of new faces, who will be the leader of the Boston Red Sox in 2023? It's another storyline episode of Locked On Red Sox! NESN's Lauren Willand discusses the topic and gives a few examples and looks at Kiké Hernández's endorsement of Justin Turner as someone who will help change the culture of the Red Sox clubhouse. Later Lauren looks at the middle infield shares why thee's a bit of concern when it comes to second base. Locked On Red Sox ends with ...

Red Sox Storylines To Look Our For In 2023

February 09, 2023 13:31 - 21 minutes - 20 MB

Pitchers and catchers report to Fort Myers next week and the Boston Red Sox still have quite a few questions to answer. With the roster starting to take shape, NESN's Lauren Willand examines a few storylines heading into the 2023 MLB season. Chris Sale's role with the team, the starting rotation and pitching as a whole is what Lauren takes a look at and gives her prediction for who the five starters will be in the rotation come Opening Day. Lauren also looks into an article by The Boston G...

Red Sox Season Record Predictions, Franklin German Trade

February 04, 2023 10:00 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MB

The Red Sox 2023 season is getting closer by the day and recently multiple outlets released their record and win total predictions for this upcoming season. Jake Ignaszewski and NESN's Lauren Willand react to the mixed predictions from Fangraphs and other media outs while also reacting to Twitter predictions. Over the last few days, Chaim Bloom and Matt Barnes have reacted to the trade with the Marlins and how the DFA process played out. Jake and Lauren share their thoughts on Bloom and Bar...

Should The Red Sox Re-Sign Michael Wacha? Why Ryan Brasier Remains In Boston

February 03, 2023 10:00 - 18 minutes - 17.3 MB

Michael Wacha remains a free agent as of Feb. 3, 2023 -- should the Red Sox re-sign the pitcher? NESN's Lauren Willand looks at the latest reports for what kind of offer Wacha wants and whether the Red Sox should bring him back. Lauren also reads some listener responses on the matter. Later Lauren talks about why Ryan Brasier remains on the Red Sox after Chaim Bloom offered an explanation on Chris Cotillo's "The Fenway Rundown" podcast. The show ends with the mental health minute! Follo...

Fear The Stache 2023 Theme? Red Sox Trade Matt Barnes To Marlins For Reliever Richard Bleier

February 01, 2023 10:00 - 18 minutes - 17.3 MB

With many Red Sox players rocking the stache this offseason, Jake Ignaszewski brings up the idea of making the 2023 theme "Fear the Stache" similar to the "Fear the Beard" theme that the 2013 Red Sox team had. Iggy also looks at the most recent trade the team made to send reliever Matt Barnes to the Miami Marlins for reliever Richard Bleier. He looks into how Bleier brings balance to the bullpen and fills the left-handed pitching need the team has been seeking over the past week. Jake then ...

Would Matt Moore, Andrew Chafin Make Sense For Red Sox?

January 30, 2023 10:00 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MB

The Boston Red Sox could use some left-handed help in their bullpen. Jake Ignaszewski and NESN's Lauren Willand discuss some potential options the Red Sox could look into, including Matt Moore and Andrew Chafin. The Red Sox reportedly have "checked in" on Moore, but it's unclear if anything will come of it. Lauren and Jake discuss other options like Zack Britton and who else remains on the free agent market that could provide that left-handed depth. Follow us on Twitter! @LO_RedSox & @jak...

Red Sox Prospect Infielder Christian Koss Talks Offensive Success in 2022, Ceddanne Rafaela & More

January 27, 2023 05:00 - 28 minutes - 26 MB

Red Sox have a lot of promising prospects up the middle but one of them is Christian Koss, who last season won the Portland Sea Dogs Offensive Player of the Year. Koss joined Jake Ignaszewski to reflect on his successful 2022 at the plate and talk about what he's been doing this offseason to replicate that success. Koss talks about his approach to leadership and his relationships with teammates such as Ceddanne Rafaela, Alex Binelas, and David Hamilton. Koss then explains the advice he got a...

Red Sox DFA Matt Barnes In Surprising Move; Winter Weekend Recap

January 25, 2023 04:00 - 40 minutes - 36.8 MB

Just as Jake and Lauren hit record for today's Locked On Red Sox episode, the Red Sox dropped some news. The Boston Red Sox designated Matt Barnes for assignment in order to make room for Adam Duvall on the 40-man roster Tuesday night. Jake Ignaszewski and NESN's Lauren Willand immediately react to the news to start the show and wonder why it could have been Barnes over Ryan Brasier or Kaleb Ort. Later, Jake and Lauren recap the Red Sox Winter Weekend and how the crowd showered Chaim Bloom...

Red Sox prospect Taylor Broadway Talks Journey To Baseball, 2023 Goals

January 23, 2023 05:00 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MB

Taylor Broadway was the player to be named later in the Jake Diekman trade last season that brought Broadway to the Boston Red Sox organization. NESN's Lauren Willand sits down with Broadway to talk about his journey to baseball -- from not getting an offer after high school, to getting a chance before his freshman year of his college that led to him getting drafted by the Chicago White Sox. The two also discuss the day he learned he was traded to the Red Sox, what he's working on this offs...

Red Sox Add Depth By Signing Adam Duvall, Raimel Tapia and Jorge Alfaro

January 20, 2023 05:00 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MB

As the offseason winds down, the Red Sox continue to add depth to their 2023 roster by signing outfielders Adam Duvall and Raimel Tapia as well as catcher Jorge Alfaro. Duvall's deal is a major league contract while Tapia and Alfaro's are minor league contracts but all these players could make an impact on the major league roster at some point throughout the 2023 season. NESN's Lauren Willand and Jake Ignaszewski begin by breaking down Adam Duvall's deal and looking at what he'll bring to t...

Red Sox Reportedly Agree To Terms On One-Year Deal With Adam Duvall

January 18, 2023 18:42 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MB

The Boston Red Sox made another offseason move when they reportedly agreed to a one-year deal with outfielder Adam Duvall on Wednesday morning. NESN's Lauren Willand discusses the deal and tells you a little bit about what Duvall may be able to bring to the Red Sox after a wrist injury ended his 2022 MLB season prematurely. Lauren then reads some Twitter responses on how Red Sox fans feel about the signing. Follow us on Twitter! @LO_RedSox & @jakeiggy & @lalalalaurrrren Support us by supp...

Rafael Devers' 10-Year Extension Official; Chaim Bloom's Message To Red Sox Fans

January 16, 2023 10:00 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MB

The Boston Red Sox made Rafael Devers' 10-year contract extension official, but it was Chaim Bloom who had a message for fans before it started. NESN's Lauren Willand goes over some important details from Devers' press conference, including Tom Werner showing face, and discusses how John Henry played a role in helping get the deal done. It sounds as if the Red Sox do indeed want to build a team around Devers now that he's locked up for the foreseeable future. Later, Lauren dives into Chaim...

Red Sox Will Be Without Trevor Story After Elbow Surgery

January 11, 2023 05:00 - 20 minutes - 18.3 MB

The offseason got a lot worse for the Boston Red Sox on Tuesday when they announced Trevor Story underwent surgery on his throwing elbow. NESN's Lauren Willand looks at the surgery, discusses a potential timeline (the Red Sox did not give an official one) and how this only makes the lineup and middle infield weaker. Lauren also looks at some of Chaim Bloom's comments after it was announced Story underwent the operation and where the Red Sox go from here. Follow us on Twitter! @LO_RedSox &...

Looking At Who Red Sox Could Add For Power In Their 2023 Lineup

January 10, 2023 10:00 - 32 minutes - 30 MB

The Boston Red Sox still have some holes to fill before the 2023 MLB season begins, and that includes finding some extra power for their lineup. NESN's Lauren Willand and Jake Ignaszewski look at a few potential players who are available via trade or on the free agent market and discuss whether they'd be a good fit for the Red Sox. While they agree on some, there are a few in particular Lauren does not want to see in a Red Sox uniform. Jake then reads some listeners opinions on who they'd b...

Pablo Lopez To Red Sox? Evaluating Trade Possibilities With Marlins

January 09, 2023 10:00 - 43 minutes - 40.3 MB

The Red Sox rumor mill has been swirling over the last month and the one team that keeps coming up is the Miami Marlins. The Marlins have reportedly made four of their starting pitchers available and are interested in trading for Triston Casas if a trade with the Red Sox happens. Miami also has two players that could potentially fill the Red Sox's void at shortstop. NESN's Lauren Willand and Jake Ignaszewski evaluate four players that the Red Sox would possibly have interest in if they made...

Rafael Devers Will Be A Red Sox For A Very, Very Long Time

January 05, 2023 19:05 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MB

The Boston Red Sox made a move that surely will make fans happy when they agreed to an 11-year deal with Rafael Devers on Wednesday night! ESPN's Joon Lee joins NESN's Lauren Willand and Jake Ignaszewski to talk how the deal came to be -- especially after he wrote the two sides were "galaxies apart" just over two weeks ago -- and if there was any pressure on the Red Sox to get this done ASAP especially given how everything played out with Xander Bogaerts. Joon also discusses what players R...

What Should Excite Fans About The Worcester Red Sox in 2023

January 05, 2023 10:00 - 44 minutes

With the New Year of 2023 still sinking in, we wanted to look at the AAA affiliate for the Red Sox which is located in the heart of the Commonwealth in Worcester. Jake Ignaszewski is joined by WooSox play by play broadcaster Tyler Murray and they reflect on last season while also looking forward to this next season. Iggy and Tyler begin by talking about the NHL Winter Classic and Fenway Park and give their reactions to the Bruins player wearing old-school Red Sox uniforms. Tyler then gives hi...

What Should Excite Fans About The Worcester Red Sox in 2023

January 05, 2023 10:00 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MB

With the New Year of 2023 still sinking in, we wanted to look at the AAA affiliate for the Red Sox which is located in the heart of the Commonwealth in Worcester. Jake Ignaszewski is joined by WooSox play by play broadcaster Tyler Murray and they reflect on last season while also looking forward to this next season. Iggy and Tyler begin by talking about the NHL Winter Classic and Fenway Park and give their reactions to the Bruins player wearing old-school Red Sox uniforms. Tyler then gives h...

Why Red Sox Fans Should Be Excited About 2023

January 02, 2023 10:00 - 38 minutes - 35.6 MB

With the New Year comes a new Locked On Red Sox episode with a new positive perspective going into 2023. With all the negativity surrounding the Boston Red Sox, Jake Ignaszewski and NESN's Lauren Willand try to start this year on a positive note and look at what should excite fans going into this next season. Since there are a lot of question marks and what-ifs, Jake and Lauren dive into why that unknown should excite fans because of the possibility that it all works out better than most exp...

Red Sox Agree To Terms With Corey Kluber; New Years Resolutions!

December 30, 2022 10:00 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MB

It's our final episode of 2022! To close out the year, NESN's Lauren Willand and Jake Ignaszewski discuss the Boston Red Sox agreeing to terms on a contract with pitcher Corey Kluber. The two discuss how the rotation still has a lot of "what ifs" in it while also talking about what Kluber -- though not the two-time Cy Young Award winner he once was -- can bring to the Red Sox. The two talk about Nathan Eovaldi signing with the Texas Rangers and wonder if the Red Sox knew they wouldn't re-s...

Red Sox 2023 New Year's Resolutions with Nathan Eovaldi to Rangers Instant Reaction

December 28, 2022 10:00 - 39 minutes - 36.4 MB

As the year 2022 comes to an end, we do what most people do going into a new year and come up with our New Year's resolutions for the Boston Red Sox. Jake Ignaszewski and NESN's Lauren Willand begin the episode by sharing their awkward exchanges with family members during the holiday weekend talking about the rough past month for the Red Sox and express their hope that the new year brings some good news. Hopefully these New Year's resolutions do the trick! They start out by addressing the q...

Locked On Red Sox Special Episode: Locked On 2022 Year In Review:

December 26, 2022 10:00 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MB

It is a very special episode of Locked On Red Sox! Locked On Sports Today, hosted by Peter Bukowski takes a look at the biggest sports moments from 2022. From Aaron Judge's home run record, to championships for the Warriors, Rams, Astros, and Avalanche, to retirements of Coach K, Sue Bird, and Tom Brady retiring and un-retiring. 2022 was a big year in sports. In this year end special we look back on the biggest stories, the biggest games, and the superstars who called it a career. Follow u...

Red Sox 2022 Season, Offseason Recap With Locked On MLB

December 23, 2022 10:00 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MB

The 2022 Boston Red Sox season was one to forget. NESN's Lauren Willand and Locked On MLB's Paul Francis Sullivan -- but please call him Sully -- discuss the 2022 season that was before diving into the offseason of losing Xander Bogaerts, the future of Rafael Devers and how homegrown talent has been an issue for the Red Sox to keep around for several years even before Mookie Betts and Jon Lester. The two chat all things Red Sox and what must need to be done to salvage the offseason in orde...

Red Sox Reportedly Agree To Terms With Justin Turner; Is Boston Dodging Rafael Devers?

December 21, 2022 10:00 - 16 minutes - 15.4 MB

The Boston Red Sox made a move this offseason, but it only added to the plethora of questions facing this team. Justin Turner reportedly agreed to terms on a deal with the Red Sox, and while he primarily will be the team's designated hitter, many pointed out he indeed is a third baseman. NESN's Lauren Willand looks at the deal as a good thing and explains why Turner's versatility and depth will be a good thing for the Red Sox. Later, Lauren also looks into the reports of Rafael Devers and ...

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