Locked On Red Sox

The Boston Red Sox's decision not to extend a qualifying offer to Lucas Giolito sends a clear message about their offseason ambitions. What does this move reveal about their pursuit of elite starting pitching?Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian breaks down why the Red Sox walked away from Giolito despite his solid 3.41 ERA in 2025, examining the $22.025 million price tag that gave management pause. The analysis covers Boston's urgent need for a true number two starter behind Garrett Crochet, with Brayan Bello slotted as the number three. Key discussion includes potential trade targets like Freddy Peralta, Tarik Skubal, and Hunter Greene, plus the surprising designation for assignment of Luis Guerrero. The episode explores how internal options like Hunter Dobbins, Kyle Harrison, and Kutter Crawford factor into the rotation puzzle, and why the Red Sox must upgrade their pitching to compete with the Blue Jays and Yankees in the AL East.Discover why this roster move signals Boston's determination to become a legitimate Wor