Oct 19, 2021; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Red Sox shortstop Xander Bogaerts (2) celebrates with third baseman Rafael Devers (11) after hitting a two-run home run against the Houston Astros during the first inning of game four of the 2021 ALCS at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Paul Rutherford-USA TODAY Sports
In this edition of the Hardcore Baseball podcast:
Matt McCarthy and Bill Koch of the Providence Journal sit down for an in-depth discussion on the Xander Bogaerts contract situation (2:50) and Rafael Devers’ future with the Red Sox (19:05). Plus, they also get into Garrett Whitlock’s performance and what’s in store for the Red Sox bullpen (33:05) and the Christian Arroyo experiment in right field (41:40).
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