
E1671 - UNDERRATED MOVE: Boston Red Sox Should COVET Nico Hoerner as Key to Success Without Alex Bregman
Published: January 27, 2026
Duration: 33:45
Boston Red Sox target Nico Hoerner as the crucial offseason addition after missing out on Alex Bregman. Can Hoerner’s elite defense and contact ability shore up the Red Sox infield and push them back into contention? Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian assesses Hoerner’s fit, breaking down his Gold Glove pedigree, offensive consistency, and the calculated trade risks for a one-year rental. With big-name infielders off the market, are the Sox forced to pivot to second-tier solutions—or does Hoerner offer untapped upside at Fenway?
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