Red Sox Miss Playoffs, Plan Offseason Moves

The Boston Red Sox have missed the postseason for the third consecutive year, prompting management to promise an aggressive offseason aimed at returning to playoff contention. Chief baseball officer Craig Breslow and team president Sam Kennedy acknowledged the team's underperformance and emphasized the importance of significant roster improvements. Among potential moves, the Red Sox may pursue star free agents like Juan Soto, while addressing needs in the pitching rotation and bullpen, particularly with closer Kenley Jansen likely departing. Meanwhile, pending free agent Alex Bregman expressed gratitude to Astros fans, leading to speculation about his future, though teammate Jose Altuve believes he will remain in Houston. The Red Sox front office intends to prioritize playoff success by 2025, as they have struggled to remain competitive in recent seasons. Fans have voiced frustrations over mid-afternoon postseason game times and the lack of local broadcasts, which detracts from the viewing experience.