With the Boston Red Sox’s recent collapse out of the American League wild card picture, supporters are pining for the team’s greatest season ever, 2018.
The latest World Series-winning team in Boston included heroes who were not expected and players of all generations. After almost six seasons, the majority of those players have left, along with the guy who assembled that club.
The 2018 Red Sox team was built by Dave Dombrowski after the style of the clubs from the early twenty-first century. Despite their high cost, the front staff was determined to field a successful team, and they succeeded in becoming the most successful squad in the franchise’s history.
In less than a year, Dombrowski lost his job. Since then, both Boston’s salary and the team’s roster of MLB stars have drastically decreased. The final parts from 2018 are Alex Cora and Rafael Devers. Dombrowski’s Phillies have prospered in the interim.
Shooting The Red Sox have been tormented by Dave Dombrowski while the Phillies are getting better.
According to John Tomase, a Red Sox insider for NBC Sports Boston, the team’s worst error during the previous five years was firing Dombrowski. Many Red Sox supporters concur. Fenway Sports Group and John Henry most likely don’t.
Whenever Dombrowski detected a flaw in his Red Sox team, he took swift action to fix it. Dombrowski made all the necessary deals and extravagant spending to assemble a successful club. He expanded indigenous talent like Aaron Nola and attracted beloved players and MLB stars to Philadelphia, like Zack Wheeler and Bryce Harper.
However, some supporters disagree with this approach to the prospect pool, and the farm system was in disarray when Dombrowski left the team. However, he isn’t given enough credit for drafting a number of excellent players, like Jarren Duran, Tanner Houck, and Triston Casas.
Henry and FSG probably objected to his spending pace. Following Dombrowski’s firing in 2019, FSG started growing more quickly. Having owned Liverpool since 2010, the majority of its prior investments were centered either the Red Sox or Liverpool. Henry might view Dombrowski’s firing as a cost-effective measure to conserve money for his already successful Red Sox team rather than as a mistake.
From @jtomase ⚾
Dave Dombrowski's Phillies are at the center of the baseball universe — which makes one wonder what the Red Sox would look like if he was still in charge 🔽https://t.co/h3KwUj9x5G
— NBC Sports Boston (@NBCSBoston) August 21, 2024
Either way, Red Sox supporters remember 2018 and one of the best teams in the franchise’s history as they grow weary of meaningless offseasons, dull trade deadlines, and years without a postseason appearance. And with the Phillies making major moves, adding high-priced players, and extending fan favorites, Boston’s executive office and Sox fans worldwide can clearly see what would have happened if Dombrowski had stayed on the team.
Red Sox News: Marcelo Mayer injury, John Henry Celtics, and Cubs DFA relief fit.
Since being promoted to Triple-A Worcester on August 12, top Boston Red Sox prospect Marcelo Mayer has not played in a game. The most anticipated prospect in Boston won’t make his big league debut for at least another week.
The young shortstop’s lower back and upper glute muscle problem has forced him on the seven-day disabled list. Mayer’s brief experience in the Illinois League indicates that the WooSox are not overly worried about his condition, although he has already missed a significant amount of time.
Top Red Sox prospect Marcelo Mayer to be placed on Worcester’s IL https://t.co/3Q8dxUKD6O
— Christopher Smith (@SmittyOnMLB) August 20, 2024
The 21-year-old was substituted out of Double-A Portland’s game against Erie on July 30, and he hasn’t played since. Due to a pectoral injury, he also missed a week of games versus Somerset, and concerns about his durability have started to circulate among Red Sox Nation.
Mayer stated that because of his injuries, the club has been cautious with him and doesn’t want him to play through any major problems. On August 13, he informed reporters that he was feeling better, but fans will still have to wait to witness the Red Sox’s top prospect make his Worcester debut.
Top Red Sox prospect Marcelo Mayer is placed on the WooSox’s injured list.
For those who are equally devoted to the Celtics, Red Sox reporter Tony Massarotti might have some good news. The Boston Celtics have put themselves up for sale following their recent title, and there have been rumors that owner John Henry of the Red Sox would be interested in acquiring the team.
Fenway Sports Group and Red Sox owner John Henry might not be interested in buying the Celtics
Long-running speculations have suggested that FSG may eventually want to buy an NBA expansion team. An expansion franchise would be a better choice if the organization wants to keep prices down, as Red Sox fans have undoubtedly witnessed in recent years. Additionally, it would release Boston supporters from two teams that Henry might manage.
Héctor Neris, a Cubs DFA, might improve the faltering Red Sox bullpen.
With a league-high 12 failed saves since the All-Star break, the Red Sox have fallen behind in the American League wild card race due to their late-inning struggles. Héctor Neris might know how to assist.
On August 20, the Cubs designated the veteran closer for assignment; he must clear waivers in order to be sent to Triple-A or released. In 44 innings, he has a 3.89 ERA, 46 strikeouts, and 26 walks. He has made 17 save conversions out of 22 chances.
Neris has had trouble lately; in his last seven appearances, he has an ERA of 4.91. However, Boston’s bullpen has become more and more desperate, so any depth additions might help the team get to the postseason.
