E1674 - STRATEGY SHIFT: What Tanner Houck’s Return MEANS for Boston Red Sox’s Rotation FUTURE

Tanner Houck’s future with the Boston Red Sox hangs in the balance as his role could shift dramatically upon his post-surgery return. With a revamped starting rotation featuring Garrett Crochet, Sonny Gray, Ranger Suárez, Brayan Bello, and Johan Oviedo, will Houck reclaim a rotation spot or anchor the bullpen as he rebuilds his innings? Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian analyzes the team’s pitching depth, profiles Houck’s pre-injury All-Star peak and 2025 struggles, and explores how offseason roster additions shape Boston’s long-term plans.

Plus, the Red Sox shake up the roster by moving on from reliever Jordan Hi...