In Episode 107 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Matt Collins (@MattRyCollins ) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: The suspension of Steven Wright for 80 games and what this means for the bullpen.Outstanding spring performances by Michael Chavis and Darwinzon Hernandez.Should the team seriously consider resigning Rick Porcello in the offseason?Some fun Red Sox facts.Listener Questions!

In Episode 106 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Bryan Joiner (@bryanjoiner ) are joined by Matt Collins (@MattRyCollins ) to discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: Which catcher will the Red Sox trade this spring?Are Xander Bogaerts, Chris Sale, or Mookie Betts open to extensions?Are they really done adding to that bullpen?What are the odds baseball ends up with a strike in the near future?Listener Questions!

In Episode 105 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) is joined by guest Ian Cundall (@IanCundall)of SoxProspects.com and later Matt Collins (@MattRyCollins )  to discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: The Red Sox need to replace their two highest workload relievers Joe Kelly and Craig Kimbrel.Due to not wanting to add any payroll it seems that the Red Sox will look internal to fill this void.Ian helps us break down which options on the Red Sox farm system have a chance to debut this year.Listener Questions!

In Episode 104 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Bryan Joiner (@bryanjoiner ) are joined by Matt Collins (@MattRyCollins ) to discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: The non-roster invitees were announced, we discuss.Who is left for the Red Sox to target on the relief market?If they don’t sign a reliever who is available via trade?Is Curt Schilling deserving of being in the Hall of Fame with all of his off the field issues?Listener Questions!

In Episode 103 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Bryan Joiner (@bryanjoiner ) are joined by Matt Collins (@MattRyCollins ) to discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: Was the Nate Eovaldi signing good for the Red Sox?What will be on the agenda for the Red Sox at the Winter Meetings?What does the relief pitching market look like right now?Who are the Red Sox targets for the remainder of the offseason?Listener Questions!

In Episode 102 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Bryan Joiner (@bryanjoiner ) are joined by Matt Collins (@MattRyCollins ) to discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: Mookie Betts won the MVP! Did the voters get the rest of the MVP voting right?The Red Sox added several minor leaguers to the 40 man roster, any surprises?We discuss contract projections for Nathan Eovaldi, Joe Kelly, and Craig Kimbrel and whether or not they will stay/go and get more/less.What should the Red Sox do at second base and catcher next year?Listener Questions!

In Episode 101 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Bryan Joiner (@bryanjoiner ) are joined by Matt Collins (@MattRyCollins ) to discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: Gold Glove, Silver Slugger, and more awards have gone out. We discuss the winners and snubs on the Red Sox.Which free agents on the Red Sox should the team bring back? Which ones will they bring back?Are there any players on the Red Sox likely to be traded?Which players are the best free agent fits for the team?Listener Questions!

In Episode 100 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Bryan Joiner (@bryanjoiner ) are joined by Matt Collins (@MattRyCollins ) to discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: Is this the greatest Red Sox team of all time? We discuss.Who had the best World Series performance Steve Pearce, Nate Eovaldi, or David Price?We discuss our favorite moments from the playoff run and the World Series.Which World Series was the best, 04, 07, 13, or 18?Listener Questions!

In Episode 99 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Bryan Joiner (@bryanjoiner ) are joined by Matt Collins (@MattRyCollins ) to discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: Will the roster change at all from the ALCS to the World Series?Is Chris Sale fully healthy headed into game one?Who has the edge in starting pitching, bullpen, lineup, and bench?Predictions!Listener Questions!

In Episode 98 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Bryan Joiner (@bryanjoiner ) are joined by Matt Collins (@MattRyCollins ) to discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: A full recap of the improbable and dominant series victory over the Astros in five games.We reassess David Price’s standing in Boston after a dominant performance.How worried should we be about Kimbrel?We all discuss our favorite moments from the ALCS.Listener Questions!

In Episode 97 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Bryan Joiner (@bryanjoiner ) are joined by Matt Collins (@MattRyCollins ) to discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: A full recap of all the best and worst moments from the ALDS victory over the New York Yankees.The guys also break down every position in the ALCS matchup vs the World Series champion Houston Astros.What should Cora do with David Price and Craig Kimbrel?Listener Questions!

In Episode 96 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Bryan Joiner (@bryanjoiner ) are joined by Matt Collins (@MattRyCollins ) to discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: A detailed breakdown of the Red Sox vs Yankees including: Starting PitchingBullpenPosition playersBenchThe guys then make their ALDS predictions for Sox/Yanks and Indians/Astros.Listener Questions!

In Episode 95 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Bryan Joiner (@bryanjoiner ) are joined by Matt Collins (@MattRyCollins ) to discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: The team is at a club record 107 wins with three games to go.The guys discuss the milestones that were achieved on Wednesday.How worried should we be about Chris Sale's velocity and command?Who will get the final spot on in the bullpen?Which of the AL playoff teams should the Sox want to play?Listener Questions!

In Episode 94 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) Matt Collins (@MattRyCollins ) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: The team clinched! Third straight division title!How will the team look to set up its bullpen come playoff time?How many wins will the team get and who do you want them to play?We discuss our picks for AL and NL MVP, Cy Young, ROY, and Manager of the year.Listener Questions!

In Episode 92 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) Matt Collins (@MattRyCollins ) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: What does the mantra of “This Team” mean to Matt?Will Dave Dombrowski’s decision not to add to the pen come back to bit him in the playoffs?Should Nathan Eovaldi be moved to the pen right now?What will the 25-man playoff roster look like?Listener Questions!

In Episode 91 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Matt Kory (@mattymatty2000 ) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: How bad was August for the Red Sox and what led to their recent struggles?How can the bullpen improve going forward or can they?A discussion of how expanding September rosters could give the club a much needed boost.Which injured players are returning soon?Who is headed to the Arizona Fall League for the Red Sox?What have been Matt’s favorite and least favorite moments of the 2018 season?  

In Episode 90 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) Matt Collins (@MattRyCollins ) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: Don’t overreact people! This is a great baseball team.How concerned should the team be about Chris Sale’s injury and Nate Eovaldi being hit hard?Who took big steps forward in the minor leagues this year?What do we think of the move of the Paw Sox to Worcester?Listener Questions!

In Episode 89 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Bryan Joiner (@bryanjoiner ) are joined by Matt Collins (@MattRyCollins ) to discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: When Christian Vazquez comes back this has to stay Sandy Leon’s job.J.D. Martinez has put himself in some rare air with his outstanding season.Speaking of outstanding seasons, Mookie Betts is doing the same.How good is Ryan Brasier and will he be a key bullpen piece in the playoffs?Listener questions!

In Episode 88 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Bryan Joiner (@bryanjoiner ) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: How many wins will the Red Sox end up with? How many other teams will break 100 wins this season?Will they eclipse the franchise record of 105?Will Mookie Betts or J.D. Martinez edge out fellow MVP contenders Mike Trout, Francisco Lindor, and Jose Ramirez?Will Chris Sale capture his first Cy Young even though he missed time with injury?Should Drew Pomeranz be DFA’d?

In Episode 87 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) is joined by Matt Collins (@MattRyCollins ) to discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: Why did the Red Sox decide not to add a reliever at the deadline?Who made more significant additions to their teams, the Yankees or the Red Sox?What can we expect from Ian Kinsler and Nathan Eovaldi?How did the trade deadline deals effect the rest of the league?Listener questions!

In Episode 86 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) is joined by Matt Collins (@MattRyCollins ) to discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: Trade options for the Red Sox at relief pitcher. What are the chances of landing Zach Britton?If Drew Pomeranz doesn’t look right after his start do they need a starter as well?Who are the second base options available to the Red Sox?Listener questions!

In Episode 85 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) is joined by Matt Collins (@MattRyCollins ) to discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: The amazing grand slam heroics of Mookie Betts!The Sox are sending five all-stars to Washington. Did anyone get snubbed?Updates on injured Red Sox players including Rafael Devers, Dustin Pedroia, and Brian Johnson.Listener questions!

In Episode 84 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Bryan Joiner (@bryanjoiner ) are joined by Matt Collins (@MattRyCollins ) to discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: David Price getting his doors blown off by the Yankees……again.Should he ever start in a playoff game again?Updates on injured Red Sox and on the farm system.Listener questions!

In Episode 83 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Bryan Joiner (@bryanjoiner ) are joined by Matt Collins (@MattRyCollins ) to discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: Steven Wright is hurt, what do the Red Sox do now?Does this injury change the needs for the team as we approach the deadline?Injury updates.Should the Red Sox trade for Adrian Beltre?Listener questions.

In Episode 82 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Bryan Joiner (@bryanjoiner ) are joined by Matt Collins (@MattRyCollins ) to discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: What is the Red Sox greatest need as the trade deadline gets closer?Is Pedroia’s injury scary enough that the team needs to look for a second baseman?How bad does the team need outfield help?Which bullpen arm on the trade market should the Red Sox pursue?Listener questions.

In Episode 81 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) is joined by Matt Collins (@MattRyCollins ) to discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: A potential swap of Rafael Devers for Manny Machado and Zach Britton.How is David Price enjoying the success he is having?Do the Red Sox have a legitimate issue hitting lefties?Updates on injuries, the draft class, and the bullpen.Listener questions.

In Episode 80 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Bryan Joiner (@bryanjoiner ) are joined by Matt Collins (@MattRyCollins ) to discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: The disappointing debut of Jalen Beeks.Injuries to Drew Pomeranz, Dustin Pedroia, and back spasms for J.D. Martinez.How did Blake Swihart look at catcher?Thoughts on the Red Sox 2018 MLB draft class.Listener questions.

In Episode 79 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Bryan Joiner (@bryanjoiner ) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: A breakdown of the latest series vs the Houston Astros.Which team has the edge in roster construction?How will the Mookie Betts and Dustin Pedroia DL trips effect the team?Listener Questions

In Episode 78 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Bryan Joiner (@bryanjoiner ) are joined by Matt Collins (@MattRyCollins ) to discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: The Red Sox DFA’ed Hanley Ramirez. This is shocking.Is the team better off or worse now that Ramirez is gone?Where will Blake Swihart play given that he must get playing time now?How much of this decision was dictated by the money owed to Ramirez if his option vested?

In Episode 77 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Brett Cowett (@BACowett )  discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: What to expect from Dustin Pedroia when he returns from the DL?How much faith should we have in David Price’s recent performance? How about in the poor performance of Drew Pomeranz?Do the Red Sox actually need bullpen help?We try and guess what the Red Sox will do with Blake Swihart.Listener Questions!

In Episode 76 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Bryan Joiner (@bryanjoiner ) are joined by Matt Collins (@MattRyCollins ) to discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: Should David Price and the Red Sox part ways at the season’s end?What roster moves should be made when Tyler Thornburg and Dustin Pedroia come back?A discussion of best and worst case scenarios with Jackie Bradley Jr.Listener Questions!

In Episode 75 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Bryan Joiner (@bryanjoiner ) are joined by Matt Collins (@MattRyCollins ) to discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: The Red Sox are about to battle the Yankees for first place in the division.The guys break down each position one by one to find out who has the advantage this week in the Bronx.Updates on JBJ’s struggles and some roster questions.Listener Questions!

In Episode 74 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Matt Collins (@MattRyCollins ) discuss the latest Red Sox news and later Jake is joined by Ian Cundall @IanCundall  of SoxProspects.com to discuss the state of the system. Topics include: A full team injury update of players who are currently hurt and when players are due back.The state of the starting rotation is discussed.Listener Questions!Jake is joined by Ian Cundall for a long and deep dive into the Red Sox system.

In Episode 73 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Bryan Joiner (@bryanjoiner ) are joined by Matt Kory (@mattymatty2000 ) of The Athletic to discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: It takes a lot of things to be clicking at the same time for a team to start 17-5, how many of those things are sustainable?Matt wrote that Blake Swihart should be getting playing time over Sandy Leon, Bryan thinks this is preposterous. Updates on some players on the DL.Listener questions.

In Episode 72 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Bryan Joiner (@bryanjoiner ) are joined by Matt Collins (@MattRyCollins ) to discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: This Red Sox team just went to the west coast and destroyed Shohei Ohtani and the team with the AL's second best record.Who stays and who goes when Xander Bogaerts and Dustin Pedroia come back?What is going on with Blake Swihart not getting playing time?Mookie looks really healthy. How important is the Aceves role to the success of the team?Listener Questions!

In Episode 71 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Bryan Joiner (@bryanjoiner ) are joined by Matt Collins (@MattRyCollins ) to discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: This Red Sox vs Yankees series has the rivalry feeling real again. We discuss all of the excitement from the first meeting of the two clubs.David Price had to leave the game……we discuss options if he is out for a while.Bobby Poyner and Xander Bogaerts are on the DL and Drew Pomeranz is on the way back, how do these things effect the roster?Mookie Betts is being super aggressive on pitches in the zone, jury is still out on Andrew Benintendi.A big minor league update including what Chavis’s suspension does to his value.  Listener Questions!

In Episode 70 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) is joined by Matt Collins (@MattRyCollins ) to discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: The Red Sox fantastic 6-1 start to the season.The teams incredible starting pitching.A minor league preview.Listener Questions!

In Episode 69 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) is joined by Matt Collins (@MattRyCollins ) to discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: The Red Sox opening day loss to Tampa Bay. What went wrong?How worried, if at all, should we be about the bullpen?The guys dive into the OTM superlatives for 2018.MLB Division Winners and playoff teams are predicted.Listener Questions!

In Episode 68 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Bryan Joiner (@bryanjoiner ) are joined by Matt Collins (@MattRyCollins ) to discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: Brock Holt vs Devin Marrero, who should be traded? Who should stay? What will happen?How will pitcher injuries affect the rotation come opening day?Matt and the guys construct their optimal bullpen.Should the team pounce on Greg Holland to improve the back end of the bullpen?The extra innings rules being implemented in minor league baseball are discussed.Listener Questions!

In Episode 67 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Bryan Joiner (@bryanjoiner ) are joined by Matt Collins (@MattRyCollins ) to discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: Blake Swihart has been killing it in spring training and the team is reportedly receiving ample trade interest. David Price says he could be ready to have his best season ever. How serious is the Drew Pomeranz injury situation?How will Alex Cora manage the bullpen?Listener Questions!

In Episode 66 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Bryan Joiner (@bryanjoiner ) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: Is Benintendi closer to Betts offensively or is he closer to JBJ?Can JBJ be a legitimate bowling threat to Mookie?How does Andrew Benintendi stack up against this year's loaded class of prospects?Holy crap! Blake Swihart has been awesome this spring, how does he fit in to the teams plans?Does Cora mean it when he says Hanley Ramirez is his starting first baseman? How will that situation play out?The bench battle is discussed in detail.Bobby Poyner vs Robby Scott. Who ya got?Is it possible for Rusney Castillo to play well enough to get tradedListener Questions!

In Episode 65 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Bryan Joiner (@bryanjoiner ) are joined by Matt Collins (@MattRyCollins ) to discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: J.D. Martinez has signed!!!!Is this a good deal for the Red Sox and J.D. Martinez?How will playing time shake out at first base between Mitch Moreland and Hanley Ramirez?What will the batting order look like vs lefties and righties?What is the Red Sox current cap situation with the signing?How many games will J.D. Martinez play in the outfield?How many homers will he hit?We also compare the Red Sox and Yankees head to head.Listener Questions!

In Episode 64 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Matt Collins (@MattRyCollins ) are joined by Jen McCaffrey (@jcmccaffrey ) of MassLive to discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: Will J.D. Martinez ultimately end up in Boston?Can Chris Sale's new throwing program pay off later in the season?Who is currently in the best shape of his life?Could Brock Holt defeat Jeremy Barfield in an arm wrestling match?Eduardo Nunez signs while we are recording!

In Episode 63 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Bryan Joiner (@bryanjoiner ) are joined by Matt Collins (@MattRyCollins ) to discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: Is J.D. Martinez really fed up with the Red Sox, if so who is the backup option?David Price says he isn’t even considering his opt out, we decide if this is an earnest statement.Jake Romanski is suspended and Steve Selsky is invited to major league camp.What will the all FA spring training be like?Listener Questions!  

In Episode 62 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Bryan Joiner (@bryanjoiner ) are joined by Matt Collins (@MattRyCollins ) to discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: Mookie Betts wins his arbitration case! What does this mean going forward?MLB Pipeline had Michael Chavis over Jason Groome. Is this the only weird thing in the ranks?Why haven’t the Red Sox signed Tony Watson?The guys discuss the MLB Top 10 Right Now lists that included Mookie Betts, Dustin Pedroia, and Andrew Benintendi.Listener Questions!

In Episode 61 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Matt Collins (@MattRyCollins )   discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: The recent Hall of Fame voting.Is 2017 or 2016 closer to Mookie Betts’ true talent level?How good can Andrew Benintendi be offensively?They discuss the Red Sox ZiPS projections.Mailbag questions!    

In Episode 60 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Bryan Joiner (@bryanjoiner ) are joined by Matt Collins (@MattRyCollins )   discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: The Mookie Betts vs Red Sox arbitration.Will J.D. Martinez really hold out until spring training or even later? Is it good or bad the Yankees did NOT get Gerrit Cole?What were the big differences between the many Red Sox prospects lists that have come out?The guys answer listener questions in their first ever mailbag!

In Episode 59 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Bryan Joiner (@bryanjoiner ) are joined by Matt Collins (@MattRyCollins )   discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: The Red Sox signed Mitch Moreland….why did they do it?The Red Sox reportedly has a five-year offer out to J.D. Martinez, will he sign?If Martinez does sign what does that mean for Hanley Ramirez?If the Red Sox fail to sign Martinez who is their fallback option? Do they even have one?An animated defense of Blake Swihart takes place, Brock Holt’s future is decided.  

In Episode 57 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Bryan Joiner (@bryanjoiner ) are joined by Matt Collins (@MattRyCollins )   discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: A big announcement! The Red Seat is moving to Over The Monster!The Red Sox protected Jalen Beeks, Chandler Shepherd, and Ty Buttrey by adding them to the 40 man. We discuss.There has been a lot of chatter around Giancarlo Stanton, will he be the first domino to fall? Will he end up on the Red Sox?Will the team trade for Jose Abreu? Will they sign Carlos Santana? We all make our off-season predictions.A quick discussion on the state of the farm system.  

In Episode 56 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Brett Cowett (@BACowett )  discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: The hiring of Alex Cora to be the next manager.The loss of coaches Carl Willis, Brian Butterfield, and Chili Davis.What should the Red Sox do to replace the injured Dustin Pedroia?Will any of Chris Sale, Dustin Pedroia, Mitch Moreland, or Mookie Betts win the Gold Glove?A retrospective look at the career of Koji Uehara.

In Episode 55 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Bryan Joiner (@bryanjoiner ) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: The firing of John Farrell.Who are some potential replacements for Farrell?What does this mean for the off-season?Trade targets and free agents are discussed.  

In Episode 54 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Matt Kory (@mattymatty2000 ) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: What went wrong for the Red Sox in games 1 and 2 of the ALDS?Is there something tangibly different about Chris Sale at this point in the season?Has John Farrell managed the series effectively?How can the Red Sox get back in the series?  

In Episode 53 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Bryan Joiner (@bryanjoiner ) are joined by Ben Lindbergh (@BenLindbergh ) to discuss the latest his career and to preview the playoffs. Topics include: How did Ben Lindbergh come to write and podcast for The Ringer? What was his journey like?What was Ben’s experience running the Sonoma Stompers baseball club with Sam Miller?What kinds of things should Red Sox fans be aware of as the team enters the divisional series vs the Houston Astros?Who wins the series? Does any of that matter because the Cleveland Indians are just so good?The guys all make World Series predictions.    

In Episode 52 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Matt Kory (@mattymatty2000 ) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: Is David Price to the bullpen the right move for the team going forward?Have two recent bad starts by Doug Fister changed the projected playoff rotation?What should the Red Sox do with a Chris Sale who is struggling over the last two months?Dustin Pedroia got hit in the nose, Hanley Ramirez has a sore shoulder, and Eduardo Nunez is still out. Where is the offense going to come from?!Christian Vazquez DH?!      

In Episode 51 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Bryan Joiner (@bryanjoiner ) are joined by Brett Cowett (@BACowett ) to discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: The most heated debate in the history of The Red Seat takes place between Bryan and Jake surrounding the “real” home run record.A Corey Kluber vs Chris Sale debate takes place over who is the Cy Young favorite.The Red Sox offensive ineptitude is discussed and the guys decide if it is a fatal flaw or not.How do the Red Sox compare in hitting and pitching to other playoff bound teams?  

In Episode 50 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Matt Kory (@mattymatty2000 ) are joined by Alex Speier (@alexspeier )  discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: Where are the Red Sox right now? Are they still in as good a position to win the division and advance far in the playoffs as they were a week ago?Should the Red Sox pursue Giancarlo Stanton or another big bat in the offseason?Does Doug Fister have a legitimate case to be one of the Red Sox four starters come playoff time?Was signing Pablo Sandoval a bad process, bad result, or both?What will the Sox do at first base in the 2018 season?   

In Episode 49 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Bryan Joiner (@bryanjoiner) are joined by Joon Lee (@iamjoonlee )  discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: Was now the right time to change the name of Yawkey Way? What should they name it?Do we have legitimate cause to be angry at the way John Farrell manages the bullpen?The Red Sox have run into more outs on the bases than any other team. Is this a huge issue or a calculated risk worth taking?The Red Sox have really great playoff odds, should they be chasing down the AL top seed?  

In Episode 48 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Brett Cowett (@BACowett ) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include:   The trade deadline acquisitions of Eduardo Nunez and Addison Reed.  The current seven game winning streak. The longest of the season!  The amazing and improbable 12-10 win over the Indians on August 1st.  Which Red Sox nickname jerseys are good and which ones stink.  

In Episode 47 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Bryan Joiner (@bryanjoiner) are joined by special guest Evan Drellich (@EvanDrellich ) of CSN New England to discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: Evan breaks down the David Price and Dennis Eckersley situation as well as his own confrontation with Price.Will Rafael Devers remain on the roster when Eduardo Nunez gets to Boston?Does this Red Sox clubhouse have a leadership problem?Will the Red Sox make more moves at the deadline? If they don’t can they still win the division?  

In Episode 46 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Bryan Joiner (@bryanjoiner) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: Why hasn’t the Todd Frazier deal taken place yet?Is the possibility of getting Miguel Cabrera what is holding back the deal?Bryan tries to convince Jake that Miguel Cabrera is a good idea for the Red Sox.Is this version of David Price here to stay? Can the rotation keep this up all year?

In Episode 45 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Matt Kory (@mattymatty2000 ) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: The favorable second half schedule.Options for the team at third base and relief pitcher.Should the team promote Rafael Devers instead?How much should the team be willing to part with on the farm?  

In Episode 44 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Brett Cowett (@BACowett ) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: Recent hot streaks by Mookie Betts and Hanley Ramirez.The dominant run of Drew Pomeranz.Did Xander Bogaerts get snubbed for the All-Star game?Who did the Red Sox sign on the J2 international signing day?Do the Red Sox still need a third baseman now that Tzu-Wei Lin is playing well? 

In Episode 43 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Matt Kory (@mattymatty2000 ) are joined by Chris Hatfield (@SPChrisHatfield) of SoxProspects.com to discuss the Red Sox farm system. Topics include: Will Rafael Devers come up to fill the void at third base?What is the trade value of Blake Swihart?How did Jason Groome look in his first start since returning from the DL?What are the strengths and weaknesses of the farm system?Where do the members of the 2017 draft class fall into the prospect ranks?Who are some of the international J2 signees the Red Sox will be targeting?What does a package for Mike Moustakas look like?  

In Episode 42 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Bryan Joiner (@bryanjoiner) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: The Red Sox 2017 draft picks, what is Dave Dombrowski up to?The overall state of the farm system, including some guys Jake likes more than the consensus.Third base is a nightmare, Bryan explains why trading for a third baseman is the right move.What would it cost to make such a trade? Is it worth a good prospect to dump Pablo?  

In Episode 41 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Matt Kory (@mattymatty2000 ) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: Are the changes made by Drew Pomeranz sustainable and do you have more confidence in him now?What do you value more at third base, Marrero’s glove or Sandoval’s bat?Fangraphs and BP see the division shaking out differently, how do we see the division?Our first ever batch of listener questions is answered!  

In Episode 40 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Brett Cowett (@BACowett ) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: The rehab stints of both David Price and Pablo Sandoval.The guys check in on the team after 45 games.A new segment is debuted called “Do your job!”Each member of the team is discussed and we decide who has lived up to expectation and who is left wanting.

In Episode 39 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Matt Kory (@mattymatty2000 ) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include:   Craig Kimbrel being amazing and being trusted and used as a fireman.  Has Eduardo Rodriguez taken the leap?  What will the Red Sox do about third base? What should they do about third base? Who is potentially available out there?  Is sitting Jackie Bradley Jr. the right thing to do?

In Episode 38 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Bryan Joiner (@bryanjoiner) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: The amazing company that Chris Sale has put himself in during this five game stretch.The excellent recent performances of Hanley Ramirez, Eduardo Rodriguez, Drew Pomeranz, and Craig Kimbrel.What are the implications of the Steven Wright injury?Will the club have to look outside to solve the third base problem?    

In Episode 37 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Ben Carsley (@BenCarsley) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: The Pedroia/Machado saga. Was it handled correctly?How long can the Red Sox continue to trot out three lefties in the pen? When does Abad go?Is there anything to be concerned about with the Red Sox power outage?A preview of Red Sox vs Yankees and Red Sox vs Cubs.

In Episode 36 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Brett Cowett (@BACowett ) are joined by Jen McCaffrey (@jcmccaffrey) of MassLive discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include:   What is the atmosphere like at a Marathon Monday/Patriots Day game? Is there anything like it in baseball?  How are the injuries progressing with JBJ, Price, Thornburg, and Smith?  Jen spoke to Benintendi’s family about him and has some interesting insight into what makes him so special.  Jen and Brett weigh in on the Chris Sale/ Pedro Martinez comps. Sale is really really good.  Will Fernando Abad be on this team in a month?

In Episode 35 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Matt Kory (@mattymatty2000 ) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include:   A discussion of the “flu epidemic of 2017” and an attempt to officially re-name the season.  How good will the offense be this year? Can we take anything away from early stats?  What is expected of Drew Pomeranz? How good/bad will he be? How many starts will he make?   Just where does Chris Sale stack up against other recent Red Sox aces? The guys compare him to other Red Sox ace seasons.

In Episode 34 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Bryan Joiner (@bryanjoiner) are joined by special guest Evan Drellich (@EvanDrellich ) of CSN New England to discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: Evan’s exploration into whether or not the Red Sox are doing everything that they can to make sure they are not acquiring damaged players. How up to date are the Red Sox on analytics and cutting edge medical information? How good can this offense be without David Ortiz and is it okay to bat Xander Bogaerts 6th? What should we expect out of Steven Wright, Eduardo Rodriguez, Pablo Sandoval, and Hanley Ramirez?  

In Episode 33 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Brett Cowett (@BACowett ) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: What is the optimal Red Sox lineup heading into opening day?Who is the biggest competition for the Red Sox in the division this year? How about in the American League?Which teams will make the playoffs in each league and how far will the Red Sox go?Which Red Sox players will be most instrumental to both the successes and failures of the team? Will any Red Sox claim end of season awards? Many more Red Sox superlatives.   

In Episode 32 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Bryan Joiner (@bryanjoiner) are joined by special guest Brian MacPherson (@brianmacp) of the Providence Journal to discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: Brian gives us the latest news on Drew Pomeranz and his injury and what that might mean for the team if he misses time. The Red Sox had a recent skills contest to decide who will and won’t travel on an upcoming road trip, we hear all about the events!We give the latest updates on the Red Sox positional battles at catcher, in the bullpen, and at utility. Brian tells us which way things are leaning.Lastly, we close with continued discussion about David Price and his injury concerns/possible discontent in Boston.  

In Episode 31 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Matt Kory (@mattymatty2000 ) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: The guys discuss how they feel about both the World Baseball Classic and Spring Training and what can be learned from watching each. The few positional battles on the team are broken down including 2nd lefty out of the pen and catcher. Price’s bizarre situation with his elbow is discussed as well as his recent comments in an interview with the Boston Globe. Will he stay healthy this year? What do we expect from a performance perspective? Is he happy here? We end with putting odds on actual major league contributions from Rusney Castillo and Allen Craig.  Spoiler: they are low!  

In Episode 30 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Ben Carsley (@BenCarsley) are joined by special guest Jeff Paternostro (@jeffpaternostro), Senior Prospect Writer at Baseball Prospectus. Topics include: §  Jeff’s reaction to the packages given up to get Chris Sale, Tyler Thornburg, and Anderson Espinoza. §  After the trades, the top 10 prospect rankings in the system need to be re-made, we take a crack at filling out the ranks while discussing who has a chance to take the leap in 2017. §  Is it time to give up on Trey Ball the pitcher? §  Why is it so difficult to give out 80 grade hit tools? Jeff discusses his evaluation philosophy. §  After all of the in season and off-season maneuvers where does the Red Sox system now rank? Is it preferable to be a balanced system or a top heavy one like the Red Sox?

In Episode 29 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Ben Carsley (@BenCarsley) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: §  Emergency Chris Sale podcast! §  Ben and Jake discuss that deal and what it means for the team and for the Red Sox farm system. §  Dombrowski also went out and traded for Tyler Thornburg filling a massive need in the 8th inning. §  Where do the Red Sox now rank among teams in the AL heading into next season?  

In Episode 28 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Matt Collins (@RedSox_Thoughts ) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: §  When watching the Cubs vs Indians which former Red Sox players did you miss most? §  Who are the top five teams in the American League heading into the off-season? §  Baseball America just released their top-10 Red Sox prospects list.  Will any of those guys be moved this off-season? §  What moves should the Red Sox make in order to put themselves in the best position to win the pennant in 2017?  

In Episode 27 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Matt Kory (@mattymatty2000 ) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: What were the biggest reasons why the Red Sox lost to Cleveland?The debate about David Price’s post season has the guys divided.What free agent and trade targets are on the market to replace David Ortiz?What free agents/arbitration eligible players/options should the Red Sox keep?  

In Episode 26 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Matt Kory (@mattymatty2000 ) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: §  Red Sox vs Indians ALDS! Jake and Matt do a comprehensive breakdown of the series using advanced metrics including: OffenseStarting PitchingBullpenFieldingBaserunningManagerPosition by position comparisonPredictions  

In Episode 25 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Matt Collins (@RedSox_Thoughts ) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: §  What the passing of Jose Fernandez means to both of us and what a monumental loss he is for the game of baseball. §  The Red Sox have an 11 game winning streak!  Should they push hard for the number one seed? §  We remember all of our favorite David Ortiz moments and rank him among the All-Time great Red Sox players from the past. §  Matt and Jake construct their optimal 25-man rosters for the playoffs and discuss the hardest cuts.  

In Episode 24 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Ben Carsley (@BenCarsley) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: §  A discussion about the sweep of the Yankees over a four game series and the position this puts the team in. §  How the once weak bullpen how now become a strength. §  Is it time to sell high on the hotter than lava Hanley Ramirez and jettison his contract in the off-season? §  How should the playoff rotation round out after 21-game-winner Rick Porcello and David Price?

In Episode 23 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Bryan Joiner (@bryanjoiner) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: §  We discuss the monumental win vs the Blue Jays on Sunday and what this means for the rest of the year. §  Who is the biggest competition for the Red Sox between the Yankees, Orioles, and Blue Jays? §  Which divisional opponent will provide the biggest competition for the Red Sox over the next three seasons? §  We are entirely too saturated with Red Sox coverage, we discuss Bryan’s recent article on this topic. 

In Episode 22 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Matt Kory (@mattymatty2000 ) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: §  After back to back in one run games is there any truth to the notion the Red Sox have a real problem in one run games? How about vs bad teams? §  We breakdown Matt’s recent article about the Red Sox pitching performing poorly in high leverage situations and apply this to the rest of the roster. §  Who is the most clutch player on the Red Sox?  Who is the least? The answer might surprise you. §  We end with a very spirted debate about the decision to bring up Yoan Moncada.  

In Episode 21 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Matt Collins (@RedSox_Thoughts ) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: §  What can the Red Sox do to fix a bullpen that continues to give away leads? §  Koji Uehara is reportedly on his way back soon, how big of a lift can he provide? §  Dustin Pedroia’s great season has been overshadowed by Betts and Ortiz, is it his best since 2008? §  Travis Shaw has been a black hole in the lineup, is Yoan Moncada the best option going forward?  

In Episode 20 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Ben Carsley (@BenCarsley) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: §  How the resurgence of the Red Sox rotation has helped propel the team to a share of the first place in the division and how the weakness of the bullpen could lose it. §  Is Mookie Betts a front runner for AL MVP?  Does Rick Porcello have a shot at the Cy Young? §  With the emergence of Andrew Benintendi is it fair to call the Red Sox outfield the best in baseball? §  Should the Red Sox risk clubhouse chemistry and make a play to sign Johnathan Papelbon?  

In Episode 19 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Bryan Joiner (@bryanjoiner) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: §  What if the Red Sox had completed the trade for A-Rod in 2003? §  Mark Teixeira was nearly a Boston Red Sox too, with both players leaving is the rivalry gone? §  Is platooning Andrew Benintendi the wrong move? §  Can the Red Sox make the playoffs with a scuffling David Ortiz and David Price continuing to struggle?  

In Episode 18 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Matt Collins (@RedSox_Thoughts ) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: A breakdown of the Red Sox activity at the trade deadline and more so their inactivity.How has the landscape of the AL East changed post deadline? How about the American League as a whole?  We give our American League power rankings.Are the Red Sox as currently constituted good enough to make the playoffs?  

In Episode 17 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Matt Kory (@mattymatty2000 ) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: §  A good start from Drew Pomeranz and continued bad starts from David Price. §  Eduardo Rodriguez getting back to using his breaking and off-speed offerings. §  The possibility of the Red Sox going after Chris Sale or another pitcher before the trade deadline. §  The shift of Andrew Benintendi to LF and Yoan Moncada taking grounders at 3B.  

In Episode 16 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Ben Carsley (@BenCarsley) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: §  The acquisition of Drew Pomeranz and if the Red Sox paid too much to get him. §  The improvement of Pomeranz and whether the changes he made will be sustainable in the long run. §  Other options on the trade market are discussed including top relievers and other starting pitchers. §  The prospect pipeline is examined post trade and after the addition of top pitching prospect Jason Groome.  

In Episode 15 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Brian Joiner (@bryanjoiner) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: §  David Ortiz’s trip to his last All-Star Game, joined by Xander, Mookie, and Jackie as starters. §  The acquisition costs of Aaron Hill, Brad Ziegler, and Michael Martinez are discussed. §  Are we happy with where the Red Sox sit in the standings as the first half comes to a close? §  Yoan Moncada was recently MVP of the Futures Game, is he untouchable?   

In Episode 14 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Matt Collins (@RedSox_Thoughts ) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: §  The Red Sox having a whopping six all-stars named to the AL team including four starters. §  Clay Buchholz and Joe Kelly moving to the bullpen: what does it mean going forward? §  Jake and Matt both saw Andrew Benintendi and Yoan Moncada in person recently and they discuss what they thought.  §  They also discuss which of the big four prospects is most likely to be included in a trade this month.  

In Episode 13 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Matt Kory (@mattymatty2000 ) diagnose the Red Sox struggles with guest Brian MacPherson (@brianmacp ) of the Providence Journal. Topics include: §  The struggles and demotion of Eduardo Rodriguez and who could be called up to fill the void. §  What has the clubhouse chemistry been like during this rough last month of baseball? §  Should John Farrell or others in the organization pay for this June failure with their job? §  The catcher situation is discussed in detail with short and long term future of the position considered.  

In Episode 12 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Ben Carsley (@BenCarsley) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: §  Clay Buchholz has become your fifth starter again!  This doesn’t sit well with Jake or Ben. §  Yoan Moncada has been wonderful this year.  We discuss his promotion to Double-A Portland. §  We look at a list of trade targets and assess them on availability, price to acquire, and fit in the Boston market.    §  Lastly, we dive into the minor leagues to check in on some key Red Sox Prospects.

In Episode 11 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Brian Joiner (@bryanjoiner) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: §  Jason Groome!  The Red Sox draft the most talented player in the 2016 Rule 4 Draft. §  Are the Red Sox soft at the corners?  Can Hanley Ramirez and Travis Shaw get it together? §  Is John Farrell’s leadership style going to hurt the Red Sox later on in the season and into the playoffs? §  The soft underbelly of the Red Sox bullpen reveals itself.

In Episode 10 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Matt Collins (@RedSox_Thoughts ) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: §  The Blake Swihart injury and some trade targets for left field. §  Has Roenis Elias done enough to warrant consideration for the fifth starter spot? §  We discuss ample possibilities for the Red Sox if they were to trade for a starter. §  Matt diagnoses the Red Sox struggles with the long ball and if they can be fixed.   

In Episode 9 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Brian Joiner (@bryanjoiner) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: §  The return of Eduardo Rodriguez is discussed and we sort out what realistic expectations are for him. §  The Red Sox left field situation is discussed: Blake Swihart vs Brock Holt, or do they look for a trade? §  Could Andrew Benintendi be a factor for the Sox in 2016? §  Bryan weighs in on which Red Sox player takes the cake for best on the team. 

In Episode 8 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Ben Carsley (@BenCarsley) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: §  Joe Kelly flirting with a no-hitter and what that means for the rotation. §  We celebrate the development of Jackie Bradley Jr. and his ongoing 27-game-hit streak. §  Ben and Jake agree that Xander Bogaerts is the best player on the Red Sox.  §  Jake waxes poetically about Wade Boggs as his number retirement ceremony nears later in the week.  

In Episode 7 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Matt Kory (@mattymatty2000 ) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: §  Are these Orioles good enough to hang with the Red Sox? §  How will the rotation after David Price, Rick Porcello, and Steven Wright sort out? §  Is Xander Bogaerts the best player on the Red Sox?  The best SS in the AL?  Or and MVP candidate? §  Andrew Benintendi has finally earned a promotion to AA!  Will he get a chance to contribute this year?

In Episode 6 of “The Red Seat”, Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) and Matt Collins (@RedSox_Thoughts ) discuss the latest Red Sox news. Topics include: §  Can David Price be fixed with a small mechanical tweak? §  Is Dustin Pedroia capable of replicating his MVP year numbers? §  Can Steven Wright have a season like R.A. Dickey from 2012? §  Are the offensive strides that Jackie Bradley Jr. has made real enough to sustain a true breakout? §  We discuss stud minor league players performing well including Andrew Benintendi, Rafael Devers, Anderson Espinoza, and Yoan Moncada as well as lesser known guys Jake Romanski, Justin Haley, and Aaron Wilkerson.