UPGRADE: Why the Boston Red Sox NEEDED Willson Contreras to ELEVATE Infield

Boston Red Sox find their answer at first base as Willson Contreras shines against expectations. Can Contreras’ elite defense and patient approach at the plate be the missing piece for a Red Sox postseason push? Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian spotlights Contreras’ impact since arriving from the St. Louis Cardinals, breaking down advanced stats like outs above average and on-base percentage. The episode explores how the Red Sox’s offseason trades—contrasted with Pete Alonso’s struggles in Baltimore—are reshaping Boston’s lineup and infield stability. Key matchups for the upcoming Cardinals series are previewed, while Tyler Samaniego’s emotional MLB debut is celebrated. With pitching storylines for Connelly Early, Ranger Suarez, and Brayan Bello in focus, Locked On Red Sox sets the stage for a pivotal stretch. Will Boston’s new additions continue to deliver when it matters most?   Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Turbo Tax Intuit TurboTax now has in-person locations nationwide. You can meet face-to-face with a real tax expert, and your documents get uploaded straight to your TurboTax app on the spot.  Visit https://TurboTax.com/local to find a store near you and book your appointment today. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel.Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get two-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins.Visit https://FANDUEL.COMto get started — Play Your Game.   FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.