The Boston Red Sox are facing criticism for failing to act like a “heavyweight” in free agency. Despite significant revenue, the team repeatedly loses out on top-tier talent to higher bids, recently missing on Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Juan Soto, Max Fried, and finally Alex Bregman, who left for the Cubs.
While the Sox remain a top-10 payroll, their conservative approach has left them projected as only the fourth-best team in a competitive AL East. Historically, Boston relied on big free-agent signings to win championships. If they hope to contend again, the organization must decide to utilize all resources, including deep-pocketed spending, to secure elite players.
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