Buy or Sell? What the Red Sox Will Do at the Deadline
The Red Sox might be buyers at the trade deadline, but is that a bold move or a big mistake? Chief Baseball Officer Craig Breslow breaks down why the team still believes in its postseason chances and what it would take to pull the trigger on a deal. Are top prospects on the move? Could a major league outfielder be dealt? And how much does payroll flexibility really matter in July? Later, Hall of Famer Jim Rice joins to reflect on the unforgettable 1975 season, the World Series he missed, and why that team could have become a dynasty.
All that and more on this episode of 310 To Left, presented by your New England Ford Dealers and hosted by Tom Caron & Alex Speier.
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Luis Tiant: Red Sox Legend Missing from the Hall of Fame
Why isn’t Luis Tiant in the Baseball Hall of Fame? His son Dan Tiant joins the show to share powerful stories about his father's legendary career, his family's emotional immigration journey, and what it meant for Luis to carry the hopes of Boston in the 1975 World Series. Luis Tiant’s father once threw out the first pitch at Fenway Park after escaping Cuba, and it brought the entire ballpark to tears. Dan opens up about his father's legacy and the ongoing effort to get him the recognition he deserves in Cooperstown.
Tom and Alex also break down a season that feels like it is splitting in two. With the Rafael Devers trade behind them and the returns of Alex Bregman and Masataka Yoshida on the horizon, the Red Sox are entering a defining stretch against the Reds, Nationals, and Rockies.
Walker Buehler continues to struggle and the rotation has questions everywhere. The guys discuss Buehler’s path forward, Tanner Houck’s shaky rehab appearances in Triple-A, the loss of Kutter Crawford, and whether trading Quinn Priester was the right call.
All of that and more on 310 To Left, presented by your New England Ford Dealers and hosted by Tom Caron and Alex Speier.
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Buy or Sell? Red Sox Trade Deadline Fate Hangs in the Balance
The Red Sox have quietly stayed in the playoff conversation, but questions remain as the second half approaches. In this episode, we hand out first-half grades, spotlight breakout performances, and examine the biggest disappointments. We also look at the stat that best captures where this team stands and whether Boston should buy, sell or hold at the trade deadline with a Wild Card spot within reach.
We preview a key home series against the Blue Jays. Can Fenway provide the spark this team needs? With Kutter Crawford likely out for the year, how much can Alex Cora trust the rotation? And what will it take to get the bats going again?
Plus, we break down ESPN’s top trade deadline candidates. Should the Red Sox explore deals involving Jarren Duran, or is he too important to move? And after a rough rehab stint, is Tanner Houck ready to return to the rotation?
All that and more on 310 To Left, presented by your New England Ford Dealers, hosted by Alanna Rizzo and Julian McWilliams.
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Red Sox at the Half: Can They Still Save the Season?
Did the Red Sox lose their momentum after trading Rafael Devers? As the team reaches the halfway point of the season, questions are starting to build. From disappointing series against the Giants and Angels to concerns about Tanner Houck’s rehab outings in Worcester, the Red Sox are searching for answers. Can they find an identity and stay in the race for the American League playoffs? Former Red Sox VP of Baseball Research and Development Zack Scott also joins the show to share what it’s like inside the front office during tough stretches, how analytics and team culture intersect, and whether Boston really is a different kind of pressure.
Catch it all on 310 To Left, presented by your New England Ford Dealers and hosted by Alex Speier & Julian McWilliams.
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What Kristian Campbell’s Time in Triple-A Means for Red Sox Future
Kristian Campbell opens up about his struggles after being optioned to Triple-A, sharing what he’s learned, how he’s adjusting to first base, and what motivates him to get back to the majors. Meanwhile, Rafael Devers says he’s happy with the Giants, and Will Middlebrooks is fired up by that comment as the Red Sox drop the series 2-1 against their former star. What does Boston’s offense look like without Devers, and how can the team stop giving up unearned runs? Alex Speier and Will Middlebrooks also discuss Campbell’s rapid rise to MLB, what he needs to improve in Worcester, and how the young Red Sox are managing the pressure of carrying the offense. Plus, updates on Alex Bregman and what the Red Sox really need going forward.
All this and more on 310 To Left presented by your New England Ford Dealers with Alex Speier and Will Middlebrooks.
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NESN’s Red Sox podcast is a deep dive into the Red Sox players, farm system, and front office. The podcast gives Red Sox fans an inside look at their favorite team by hosts Tom Caron of NESN and Alex Speier of the Boston Globe, who cover the team on a daily basis and guests who have played for the team and know the inner workings of the Red Sox.
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