The Boston Red Sox make aggressive bullpen moves, trading Brennan Bernardino, Chris Murphy, and Luis Guerrero while clearing roster space. Are these strategic upgrades signaling a major offseason push?

Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian breaks down the Red Sox's flurry of transactions, analyzing why GM Craig Breslow is reshaping the American League's best bullpen from 2025. The discussion covers the prospects acquired—outfielder Braiden Ward, catcher Ronny Hernandez, and utility infielder Tristan Gray—and what these moves reveal about Boston's win-now mentality. Key topics include the DFA decisions on Nathaniel Lowe and Josh Winckowski, the promotion of three high-strikeout pitchers from AAA Worcester, and how these roster changes position the Red Sox to pursue premium free agents at first base and in the bullpen.

Will the Red Sox land Pete Alonso? Can Triston Casas return healthy? Which left-handed reliever will Boston target to replace Bernardino?

Tune in for expert analysis on how these calculated moves set up the Red Sox for a competitive 2026 season.

 

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