Boston Red Sox eye Michael King to reshape their rotation and energize their offseason strategy. Can King’s ties to New England and impressive AL East experience be the difference-maker? Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian explores how signing King would solidify the pitching staff alongside Sonny Gray, Johan Oviedo, and Garrett Crochet, while preserving key trade assets for a much-needed middle-of-the-order power bat.

Jarren Duran’s future hangs in the balance as Craig Breslow weighs keeping Boston’s outfield depth against boosting offensive firepower. Should the Red Sox trade Duran, or risk overcrowding with Masataka Yoshida’s contract complicating roster decisions? Major talking points include the impact of internal player development, Boston’s need for proven talent, and tough choices about second base and third base positions for 2026. Will the Red Sox prioritize winning or risk missing another opportunity to contend?

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