In this episode of Locked On Red Sox, NESN's Lauren Campbell and Massachusetts Pirates team insider Jake Ignaszewski debate over if Nick Pivetta should be moved from the rotation to the closer role after his impressive performances out of the bullpen during the 2021 playoffs. They also rank the bullpens in the AL East and explain what the Red Sox need to do after the lockout to improve their relief pitching. Plus, mental health minute!

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