PREMATURE COMMITMENT: Boston Red Sox Extend Chad Tracy—Should They Have WAITED for October?

The Boston Red Sox commit to Chad Tracy with a bold three-year extension—but was it too soon after a postseason collapse? Gabby Maljanian dissects the roller-coaster 2026 season, questioning whether Boston’s midseason dominance or late-season struggles reveal the real Red Sox. Can Craig Breslow trust the summer surge, or is a roster overhaul the only path forward?Key topics include Payton Tolle’s breakout, Sonny Gray’s playoff frustrations, and Boston’s bullpen whiplash from MLB-best to playoff liability. Gabby highlights the club’s need for dependable bats after September’s offensive nosedive and examines whether Chad Tracy can grow as a postseason manager. With resilience defining last year’s squad, fans are left to wonder: Will the Red Sox raise their floor and finally contend for an AL East crown in 2027?Photo Credit: Eric Canha - Imagn Images Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast.Dose DailyReady to give your liver the support it deserves? Head to https://DoseDaily.co/LOCKEDONMLB or enter LOCKEDONMLB to get 35% off your first subscription.  Aura CybersecurityStart your free trial today at https://aura.com/aware.  Protect yourself now. Gameday Mens HealthGameday Men’s Health is a real, in-person men’s health clinic that looks at the full picture  before developing a treatment plan. Book your complimentary test and consult at https://join.gamedaymenshealth.com/reasons_to_choose_gameday-1201?utm_source=lockedon&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=MLB&utm_network=lockedon&utm_adgroup=corp&ghl_tag=national,corp5-Hour ENERGYGet candy-flavored chaos with Fruity Rainbow 5-hour ENERGY®️ Shots - available online at https://5hourENERGY.com or AmazonStanceCheck out the ICON collection from Stance—premium comfort, performance, and durability designed for whatever your day brings. Use promo Code LOCKEDON at checkout for 20% off your purchase.  Learn more at https://Stance.com.Stance. The Official Sock Partner of Major League Baseball.KALSHIFor a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next. GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.FanDuelThis season, FanDuel is making the excitement go beyond what happens on the field with the all-new FanDuel Rewards Club, featuring exclusive offers, surprises, and more. Every week, check the FanDuel app to see what’s waiting for you or visit https: