URGENT: Why Ketel Marte is the KEY to the Boston Red Sox 2026 CONTENTION

Boston Red Sox face mounting pressure after missing out on Pete Alonso as division rivals make bold moves. Can Craig Breslow’s patient, defense-focused approach deliver the middle-of-the-order power Boston desperately needs to compete in the AL East? Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian and ESPN’s Paul Hembekides (Hembo) debate the Red Sox’s offseason priorities, exploring possible trade scenarios for Ketel Marte and the fate of rising stars like Jarren Duran and Marcelo Mayer. Discussions spotlight recent acquisitions, holes in the lineup, starting rotation depth, and the escalating urgency as Blue Jays and Orioles strengthen their rosters. Could a blockbuster deal for Marte finally restore Fenway’s home run threat? Gain insider perspectives on Boston’s rebuild strategy and whether this front office can keep pace in baseball’s toughest division. 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!GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The NBA and NFL seasons are here, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. 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.