E1659 - EXCLUSIVE: Brendan Donovan SET To TRANSFORM Boston Red Sox Second Base Woes? | Boston Red Sox Podcast
Published: December 30, 2025
Duration: 32:52
Boston Red Sox target Brendan Donovan as a solution for their lingering second base dilemma—could versatile defense and a 119 WRC+ transform the lineup? With trade talks heating up between Boston and the St. Louis Cardinals, the episode explores Donovan’s arbitration status, offensive metrics, and potential impact compared to high-profile alternatives like Ketel Marte.
Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian evaluates Boston’s projected Opening Day lineup, addressing Roman Anthony’s emergence as leadoff hitter, Wilyer Abreu’s health, and the pressure on Trevor Story to deliver at shortstop. Key discussion points include Craig Breslow’s roster philosophy, Boston’s crowded outf...