(0:00) Matt McCarthy & Andrew Callahan – in for Zolak & Bertrand – begin the third hour of the program with some Hot Stove hot takes from McTakey on the Red Sox offseason. Should the Red Sox re-sign Alex Bregman? How far should they be willing to go to retain his services?

(15:54) McCarthy brings up recent Jeff Passan reporting on the Red Sox’ asking price for Jarren Duran – which appear to be lofty. Is Craig Breslow having a hard time cultivating better relationships with other front offices?

(26:50) Which league had a better Christmas sports day? – The NFL or NBA? The guys vent about sports being played on Christmas. Callers weigh in everything discussed.

(38:24) What’s the proper etiquette in the timing of the disposal of one’s Christmas tree? Producer Jorge has a Grinch-like take as the guys deliberate.

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