# 🎙️ Episode 87: Red Sox Digest LIVE! - Red Sox Continue To Sink, Swept By Yankees At Fenway!

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Podcast: [Red Sox Digest Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/red-sox-digest-podcast-7420185)
Published: 2026-04-24T03:00:04+00:00
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Watch the full episode below 👇Episode SummaryThe Red Sox didn’t just lose a series—they got exposed. In this episode of Red Sox Digest Live, Jim and the crew break down a brutal three-game sweep at Fenway against the Yankees that felt less like a rivalry and more like a reality check. From lifeless offense to predictable bullpen collapses and questionable managing decisions, everything that could go wrong… did.The defining moment comes in Game 3, where a 2–1 lead disappears in the 7th inning after Alex Cora’s decision to go to Weissert is immediately countered by Aaron Boone bringing in Bellinger. From there, the Yankees flip the game and the Red Sox never respond. It’s the same script fans have watched all season.The crew also highlights the one bright spot—Payton Tolle’s strong outing—which ends up completely wasted by a lineup that can’t produce when it matters. Nick goes off on ownership and accountability, John questions the roster construction, and Thayer raises the bigger issue: this team looks like a rebuild pretending to be a contender.The episode closes with a reality check on where this team stands, what needs to change, and why the gap between the Red Sox and Yankees feels bigger than ever.Key Takeaways* The Red Sox were outplayed in every phase despite the Yankees not needing to be dominant* The offense continues to fail in key moments, with no consistent approach or identity* The 7th inning of Game 3 was the turning point of the entire series* Payton Tolle delivered a strong outing that deserved better support* Alex Cora’s in-game decisions are becoming a major concern* Ownership and roster construction remain at the center of fan frustration* The team lacks energy, discipline, and accountability* Young players are being relied on without proper support a…

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