SoxProspects.com Red Sox Podcast

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The most comprehensive Red Sox discussion, from the minor leagues up to Fenway, on the web, with Ian Cundall, Chris Hatfield, Mike Andrews, and more!

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20 episodes
Updated Monday

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Monday · 1 hr 16 min
SP Pod #425: Mead/Early Trade Reaction (Plus Worcester Notes and more)
The emergency podcast horn beckoned Ian and Chris (at the usual recording time) to the mic to discuss the first big move of the trade deadline, with the Red Sox acquiring infielder Curtis Mead from Washington in exchange for Connelly Early. The guys broke the deal down from all angles, as well as what this may mean for the rest of trade deadline week. Plus, Ian reported back some thoughts from Worcester, including Franklin Arias and Blake Wehunt's AAA debuts and why Angel Bastardo is a name to remember in the near future. Final thoughts touched on John Holobetz's promotion to Worcester and Justin Gonzales' interesting week (and its wider implications). Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: IG: @SoxProspects @IanCundall @SPChrisHatfield @MikeAndrewsSP @SoxProspects Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon!
July 24 · 1 hr 4 min
SP Pod #424: MLB Pipeline's Jim Callis on the 2026 Draft Class and more
Making his 12th appearance on the podcast, our good friend Jim Callis from MLB Pipeline joined Chris for his annual post-draft appearance. He had some interesting thoughts on the Red Sox strategy this year, plus some more reports on the newest members of the system as we close out our draft coverage. Chris also got Jim's thoughts on the state of the farm overall, the newly promoted Franklin Arias, and just how legit the Red Sox reputation for developing arms is. And most importantly, Jim has now caught back up to Alex Speier for most appearances in podcast history! Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: IG: @SoxProspects @IanCundall @SPChrisHatfield @MikeAndrewsSP @SoxProspects Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon!
July 19 · 1 hr 22 min
SP Pod #423: Red-Hot Sox, Draftees Sign, Rankings Update
Ian, Mike, and Chris had a ton to discuss this episode: The Red Sox' epic winning streak and what it means for the trade deadline, the signing of most of the club's 2026 draft class and how it revealed the club's spread-the-wealth strategy, and a fresh rankings update. And as if that wasn't enough, the guys even cleaned out the email inbox. Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: IG: @SoxProspects @SPChrisHatfield @IanCundall @SoxProspects (All 3 are the same on Bluesky as well) Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon!
July 14 · 49 min
SP Pod #422: 2026 Draft Recap
With the 2026 draft in the books, Chris Hatfield and Andrew Parker hopped on to discuss the 19 newest Red Sox draftees. After the savings on day one, did the late-round overslot selections of Martin Shelar and Kaleb LaFavor round out the class sufficiently? The guys dropped some knowledge on the draftees and gave their thoughts of the class on the whole. Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: IG: @SoxProspects @SPChrisHatfield @IanCundall @SoxProspects (All 3 are the same on Bluesky as well) Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon!
July 12 · 25 min
SP Pod #421: 2026 Draft, Day One Recap
In the wee hours on Saturday night, Chris hopped on to provide a quick recap of the first three picks of the 2026 Red Sox draft class, UNC teammates Jake Schaffner and Owen Hull and Wisconsin high school shortstop Jace Mataczynski. Listen in for scouting reports and big-picture takeaways from Day One!
July 9 · 57 min
SP Pod #420: Draft Preview with Baseball America's Carlos Collazo
Ian Cundall is joined by Baseball America's Carlos Collazo to preview this weekend's draft! Ian starts the show by briefly discussing the surging Red Sox and how sustainable it is. He is then joined by Carlos to discuss the class in general, its strengths and weaknesses, and how it compares to past years. After that, they go into the players who could be in play for the Red Sox at 20, and Carlos' favorite draft sleepers. Finally, the wrap-up discussing Brody Bumilia's draft status after his recent injury.
June 29 · 1 hr 14 min
SP Pod #419: Assessing The Red Sox Roster One Month From The Trade Deadline
Ian Cundall and Mike Andrews are back to talk about the latest Red Sox prospect news. They start off by going through the Red Sox major league and high minors rosters to identify who the core players are and which players they'd be more open to trading. Within that discussion, they also hit on Marcelo Mayer's injury and why Anthony Eyanson's velocity downturn isn't a concern. After that, they answer your emails, including questions on the Garrett Crochet trade, Franklin Primera and more.
June 19 · 1 hr 11 min
SP Pod #418: No SoxProspects, No Party
After reacting to the biggest news of the 2026 Boston Red Sox season - the takeover of Fenway by the Tartan Army last week - Mike and Chris briefly discuss the hottest topic for the major league team, whether Craig Breslow should be charged with handling the inevitable sell-off at the trade deadline. Then, circling to a much happier topic, the guys looked at who might be due for promotions in the system, including FCL stars Franklin Primera and Sadbiel Delzine. Finally, they gave their gut-check reactions to the MLB owners' proposed changes to amateur acquisition, namely the domestic player draft and proposed international player draft. Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: IG: @SoxProspects @SPChrisHatfield @IanCundall @SoxProspects (All 3 are the same on Bluesky as well) Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon!
June 8 · 1 hr 23 min
SP Pod #417: New Rankings And Emails
Ian, Mike, and Chris had a big rankings update to talk about on this episode of the podcast, with big moves from FCL standouts Sadbiel Delzine and Franklin Primera highlighting a number of discussion points up and down the #SP60. Plus, Brayan Bello's demotion to Triple-A highlighted the latest news talk, and we hit a big ol' batch of your emails. Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: IG: @SoxProspects @SPChrisHatfield @IanCundall @SoxProspects (All 3 are the same on Bluesky as well) Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon!
June 3 · 49 min
SP Pod #416: Looking At The State Of The Red Sox With Tim Healey
Ian Cundall is joined by Boston Globe Red Sox beat reporter Tim Healey to discuss his recent article asking whether the Red Sox are better off now than when they hired Craig Breslow. Tim discusses what he learned while reporting the piece, industry wide thoughts on the Red Sox pitching and hitting development, their reliance on data, Theo Epstein's role and more! After talking to Tim, Ian ends the show by briefly discussing the promotions of Louis Andujar, Enddy Azocar and Luke Heyman. Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: IG: @SoxProspects @SPChrisHatfield @IanCundall @SoxProspects (All 3 are the same on Bluesky as well) Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon!
May 26 · 1 hr 41 min
SP Pod #415: Three's Company
Ian Cundall and Mike Andrews are back to talk about the latest Red Sox prospect news, and this week they are joined by the returning Chris Hatfield! They start off by discussing the major league team coming off a sweep by the Twins, before highlighting several minor league players due for a promotion. After that they go through what Ian saw in Portland and Worcester last week, including Anthony Eyanson, Jake Bennett and Franklin Arias. Mike and Chris then preview the upcoming DSL season, before they wrap up the show by answering your emails!
May 18 · 1 hr 1 min
SP Pod #414: Checking In On Each Affiliate And Emails
Ian Cundall and Mike Andrews are back to discuss the continued struggles of the Red Sox offense and Trevor Story's injury. After that, they go through each level and identify players that have caught their eye. They end that segment by going through the early standouts from the Florida Complex League, and wrap up the show by answering your emails. Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: IG: @SoxProspects @SPChrisHatfield @IanCundall @SoxProspects (All 3 are the same on Bluesky as well) Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon!
May 13 · 54 min
SP Pod #413: Breaking Down The New Sox Prospects Rankings
Ian Cundall and Mike Andrews are back to discuss all the latest transactions, including Jake Bennett's call-up and Juan Valera's injury. After that, they briefly discuss the Red Sox play as of late before Mike gives a detailed breakdown of the May SoxProspects Rankings. After that, they each pick three players whose rankings caught their eye. Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: IG: @SoxProspects @SPChrisHatfield @IanCundall @SoxProspects (All 3 are the same on Bluesky as well) Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon!
April 29 · 1 hr 10 min
SP Pod #412: Red Sox Fire Alex Cora, Hire Chad Tracy
Ian Cundall is joined by SoxProspects Editor-in-Chief Mike Andrews to break down all the Red Sox coaching staff changes. They start by giving their reaction to Alex Cora's firing and the other changes to the major league staff. They then go in-depth on Chad Tracy and discuss if he is ready for the job. After that, they break down the other coaching staff changes on the major league and minor league side, before a brief discussion of Payton Tolle's start against the Yankees. Finally, they check in on each affiliate, with more praise of Franklin Arias, and then wrap the show up by answering your emails! Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: IG: @SoxProspects @SPChrisHatfield @IanCundall @SoxProspects (All 3 are the same on Bluesky as well) Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon!
April 24 · 1 hr 11 min
SP Pod #411: Pitching Debuts And Franklin Arias Power Surge
Ian Cundall is joined by SoxProspects Feature Writer Andrew Parker to discuss the latest Red Sox major league and minor league news. They discuss the Red Sox offensive struggles and why they've had to tap into their prospect pitching depth so early including Eduardo Rivera and Payton Tolle. After that they dive into the minor league side of things and go through all the latest transactions, including Juan Valera's injury. Finally they check in on each affiliate and highlight a few players who have caught their eye including Franklin Arias. They then wrap the show up by answering your emails! Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: IG: @SoxProspects @SPChrisHatfield @IanCundall @SoxProspects (All 3 are the same on Bluesky as well) Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon!
April 13 · 1 hr 6 min
SP Pod #410: Early Season Standouts
Ian Cundall is joined by SoxProspects Editor-In-Chief Mike Andrews to discuss the latest Red Sox major league and minor league news. They discuss the Red Sox finding their footing this week and how reliant they will have to be on their pitching going forward. After that they dive into the minor league side of things and check in on each affiliate and highlight a few players who have caught their eye. They then wrap the show up by answering your emails. Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: IG: @SoxProspects @SPChrisHatfield @IanCundall @SoxProspects (All 3 are the same on Bluesky as well) Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon!
April 7 · 1 hr 2 min
SP Pod #409: Opening Day Rankings Discussion
Ian Cundall is joined by SoxProspects Editor-In-Chief Mike Andrews to discuss the latest Red Sox major league and minor league news. They discuss the Red Sox slow start, Johan Oviedo's injury, players off to hot starts in the minors and Blake Wehunt's injury. After that, they go in depth on the SoxProspects opening day rankings and breakdown all the risers, all the fallers and the grade changes! They then wrap up the show by answering your emails! Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: IG: @SoxProspects @SPChrisHatfield @IanCundall @SoxProspects (All 3 are the same on Bluesky as well) Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon!
March 30 · 1 hr 4 min
SP Pod #408: And Away We Go
Ian Cundall is joined by SoxProspects Editor-In-Chief Mike Andrews to discuss the start of the Boston and Worcester seasons. They give their thoughts on ABS after a few games and an update on Angel Bastardo's unique situation. After that, they discuss the Worcester season opening roster and what Ian saw from on opening day from Jake Bennett and Noah Song. After that, they preview the other affiliate rosters and answer all your emails. Ian then ends the show with an announcement. Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: IG: @SoxProspects @SPChrisHatfield @IanCundall @SoxProspects (All 3 are the same on Bluesky as well) Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon!
March 26 · 57 min
SP Pod #407: Alex Speier Joins to Recap Red Sox Spring Training
Ian Cundall is joined by a very special guest, Alex Speier of the Boston Globe, to discuss the Red Sox opening day roster and put a bow on spring training. They talk about the fifth starter decision, Payton Tolle's outlook, questions about the bullpen, how outfield playing time will work, Marcelo Mayer's spring and more! After that they wrap up the show by discussing Alex's experience at the WBC and his piece on the Red Sox' Venezuelan players. Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: IG: @SoxProspects @SPChrisHatfield @IanCundall @SoxProspects (All 3 are the same on Bluesky as well) Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon!
March 24 · 1 hr 31 min
SP Pod #406: Spring Breakout Madness
Ian Cundall and Chris Hatfield recap the second half of the crew's trip to Spring Training, including the Spring Breakout Game. They talk about the dominant performances from the Red Sox pitching staff including Anthony Eyanson's breakout performance. They then switch gears and discuss the position players who stood out including Henry Godbout and Enddy Azocar. After that they go through other players who caught their eye during backfields action including pitchers Leighton Finley, Barrett Morgan and Madinson Frias and position players Dorian Soto, Harold Rivas and Luke Heyman. They then wrap up the show by talking about the latest minor league transactions. Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: IG: @SoxProspects @SPChrisHatfield @IanCundall @SoxProspects (All 3 are the same on Bluesky as well) Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon!

SoxProspects.com Red Sox Podcast

SP Pod #425: Mead/Early Trade Reaction (Plus Worcester Notes and more)

SP Pod #424: MLB Pipeline's Jim Callis on the 2026 Draft Class and more

SP Pod #423: Red-Hot Sox, Draftees Sign, Rankings Update

SP Pod #422: 2026 Draft Recap

SP Pod #421: 2026 Draft, Day One Recap

SP Pod #420: Draft Preview with Baseball America's Carlos Collazo

SP Pod #419: Assessing The Red Sox Roster One Month From The Trade Deadline

SP Pod #418: No SoxProspects, No Party

SP Pod #417: New Rankings And Emails

SP Pod #416: Looking At The State Of The Red Sox With Tim Healey

SP Pod #415: Three's Company

SP Pod #414: Checking In On Each Affiliate And Emails

SP Pod #413: Breaking Down The New Sox Prospects Rankings

SP Pod #412: Red Sox Fire Alex Cora, Hire Chad Tracy

SP Pod #411: Pitching Debuts And Franklin Arias Power Surge

SP Pod #410: Early Season Standouts

SP Pod #409: Opening Day Rankings Discussion

SP Pod #408: And Away We Go

SP Pod #407: Alex Speier Joins to Recap Red Sox Spring Training

SP Pod #406: Spring Breakout Madness