• (0:00) Mazz and Carrabis open the show discussing the Red Sox success and what they need to do at the trade deadline.
• (15:51) The guys discuss the negative impact of Marcelo Mayer.
• (26:54) The show finishes with a conversation about the Red Sox young core and how much they care about baseball.

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In this Breaking Balls All-Star Edition, we break down the Red Sox’ late first-half surge (9 in a row, 14 of 16) and the biggest shift behind it: a philosophical change on offense. From embracing small ball to rethinking extra-innings strategy, this team is starting to play to its strengths — and it’s working.

We also dive into roster decisions, trade deadline pressure, and why this upcoming 10-game homestand could define the season.

🔑 Key Topics Covered:

The Red Sox’ winning streak and momentum entering the All-Star break

Why small ball and bunting are back (and actually working)

Alex Cora vs. Chad Tracy — is this a managerial shift or front office direction?

Extra innings strategy change: trusting pitching & defense over power

Why roster construction is forcing a philosophical adjustment

Upcoming 10-game homestand vs. Rays, Orioles, Blue Jays

Trade deadline implications and potential moves

Lineup battles: Cheng vs. Marcelo Mayer and more

⏱️ Chapters:

00:00 – Intro & All-Star week schedule

01:00 – Red Sox first-half surge recap

02:00 – Contreras suspension strategy

04:00 – Chad Tracy on small ball approach

05:00 – Bunting trends & MLB context

08:00 – Extra innings philosophy shift

10:30 – Roster strengths vs. early-season approach

12:30 – Why the Red Sox are winning differently

14:00 – Crucial 10-game homestand preview

17:30 – Trade deadline outlook

18:30 – Roster decisions & lineup questions

19:40 – Outro & fan feedback

📺 More from Breaking Balls:

Weekly Red Sox breakdowns

Trade deadline coverage

Game-by-game analysis

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• (0:00) Matt McCarthy joins Mazz on The Baseball Hour and the guys open the show with their thoughts on Wilson Contreras saying he will not waive his no-trade clause.
• (15:12) Discussing Marcelo Mayer and his injury history.
• (22:22) Thoughts on the Red Sox recent hot streak and how they’ve gotten back into the A.L. wild card race.

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• (0:00) Mazz opens th eBaseball Hour discussing the Red Sox 9 game win streak and if you should believe in the team.
• (14:25) Mazz responds to what Jared Carrabis and the Section 10 podcast had to say following the Red Sox sweep of the Mets.
• (26:52) The callers weigh in on the Red Sox.

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• (0:00) Mazz opens the show discussing the Red Sox’s late arrival to NYC after plane difficulties.
• (13:13) Looking forward to the future of the Red Sox front office.
• (26:16) Breaking down Caleb Durbin’s impact and what it means for the Red Sox.

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Tony Massarotti has some thoughts about what has been working for Red Sox pitcher Jake Bennett. Plus, Mazz looks at how Ceddanne Rafaela has been impacting the Red Sox offense.

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• (0:00) Mazz and McCarthy begin the show discussing the Red Sox recent success and their sweep over the White Sox.
• (14:32) The guys discuss the overall roster and how it will shape out heading into the trade deadline.
• (25:15) Thoughts from the callers on the Red Sox.

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• (0:00) McCarthy and Carrabis begin the show discussing the recent Red Sox success after winning 9 of their last 11.
• (15:45) The guys discuss Roman Anthony’s injury concerns after he was sent to Fort Myers to continue rehab.
• (33:08) The show closes with a discussion about the Red Sox roster during their recent success.

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