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Dive into the latest Boston Red Sox drama with Chris Cotillo, MassLive's Red Sox beat writer and host of the Fenway Rundown podcast! In this exclusive interview on The Deferrals, Chris breaks down the team's early struggles, from defensive woes to their offensive slump, and shares insights on breakout star Wilyer Abreu's surprising rise. Plus, hear about Jaron Duran's powerful mental health story and its impact on the clubhouse and beyond. We also discuss the Red Sox's top prospects, like Roman Anthony (set to debut soon!) and Marcelo Mayer, and what's next for the team in 2025. Then, Matt Higgins rants about the Philadelphia Phillies' bullpen meltdown and shares his MLB trade candidates list, featuring names like Eric Fedde, Sandy Alcantara, and Randy Arozarena. Topics Covered: - Red Sox's defensive errors and pitching depth - Wilyer Abreu's emergence as a two-way star - Jaron Duran's brave mental health journey - Prospects Roman Anthony and Marcelo Mayer updates - Phillies' bullpen struggles and trade targets - Stock Up: Hunter Brown & Cal Raleigh - Stock Down: Orioles' rotation & Phillies' bullpen Don't miss our Stock Up/Stock Down segment and trade talk! Like, subscribe, and comment below to share your thoughts on the Red Sox, Phillies, or who YOU think should be traded this summer! Hit the bell for more MLB breakdowns every week! - Follow Chris Cotillo: X.com: @ChrisCotillo Stories: MassLive.com Podcast: Fenway Rundown
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