Felger & Massarotti Red Sox Expectations in 2026 // Mazz’s Tiers - Biggest Busts in Boston Sports // Caller Reaction - 3/26 (Hour 2)
Mar 26, 2026
A lively preview of the Red Sox’s 2026 expectations, debating World Series versus ALCS goals. Deep dives on roster durability, pitching uncertainties, and workload worries. Fan calls fuel reactions about lineup choices and trades. A humorous ranking segment naming the biggest Boston prospect busts.
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Skepticism About Red Sox World Series Odds
- The Red Sox enter 2026 with high expectations but the hosts doubt roster construction supports true World Series contention.
- Mike Felger and Tony Massarotti point to reliance on health, pitching bounce-backs, and small-market moves like avoiding a big right-handed bat as key risks.
Key Players' Health Drives Team Projection
- Several hosts warn the 2026 season hinges on fragile, unlikely repeats: Trevor Story staying healthy and Aroldis Chapman regaining 2025 form.
- They cite Story's inconsistent games-play history and Chapman's age as reasons not to bank on repeat performances.
Team Chose Pitching Model Over Big Bat
- The Red Sox prioritized pitching and defense over adding an expensive right-handed bat, a strategic choice the hosts question.
- Tony Massarotti and Mike Felger say Boston 'small-marketed' the offseason and may lack the lineup punch needed.