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The Boston Red Sox face critical offseason decisions after an 87-75 season. With Alex Cora declining the Phillies job and planning to take 2027 off, manager Chad Tracy’s future is uncertain. Mickey Gasper’s biceps surgery opens the DH position, requiring a veteran left-handed hitter. We analyze the roster, including Connor Wong at catcher and the crowded infield with Trevor Story and Ceddanne Rafaela.

Key players discussed include Alex Cora, Chad Tracy, Mickey Gasper, Connor Wong, Trevor Story, Ceddanne Rafaela, and Garrett Crochet. Topics cover managerial stability, DH search, infield depth, and playoff implications following their 5th place AL East finish.

The Red Sox must address injuries to Masataka Yoshida and Roman Anthony while building a competitive roster for 2027. Analytics usage and front office strategy remain focal points as Craig Breslow outlines the team's direction.

In this episode: Managerial Future & DH Search · Roster Battles & Infield Depth · Hypotheticals & Quick Takes.

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Full transcript: https://cdn.beatlinesports.com/mlb/bos/2026-10-19/transcript.html

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