The Red Sox are locking them up! This week, Dr. Big Mac, Rich, and Chief Bobby break down Boston’s latest strategy of securing their young talent early. Is it a genius move to save money long-term, or a disaster waiting to happen? Plus, we analyze the Red Sox’s rough start to the season—Devers struggling, Crochet dealing, and the offense looking shaky.We also dive into the latest from the NFL Owners Meeting, debate the Patriots Hall of Fame candidates, and take some wild guesses about what’s coming next with the BOTPOD. And of course, we wrap things up with our favorite segment—Simplest Minds of the Week.Buckle up. It’s another wild ride with the Simple Minds Sports Show!Show Notes:Intro: Red Sox Are Locking 'Em UpRich: Your favorite Red Sox are all going to be let goRay: TBDBobby: TBDShow Rundown:Red Sox Strategy for the FutureBrayan Bello (March 2024): 6-year, $55M deal, free agent at 30.Ceddanne Rafaela (April 2024): 8-year, $50M deal, free agent at 30.Garrett Crochet (March 2025): 6-year, $170M deal, free agent at 31.Kristian Campbell (April 2025): 8-year, $60M deal, free agent at 30.Is locking up young talent early the right strategy?Avoid big free agent spending later.Lower overall cost for key players.Risks: Players underperform, get disgruntled, or leave when they peak.Red Sox Start to the SeasonRecord: 2-4 (depending on today’s game), last in AL.Devers struggling: .087 BA, 2-23, 2 RBI, 15 Ks to start the season.Garrett Crochet dominates Game 2: 8 IP, 4 H, 0 ER, 1 BB, 8 K.Middle of the lineup struggling:Devers: .087 BABregman: .231 BACasas: .095 BAStory: .263 BABright spots:Kristian Campbell looking solid as the rookie cornerstone.Wilyer Abreu is on fire.Other Topics:NFL Owners Meeting – Key TakeawaysPatriots Hall of Fame DebateGuess What’s Next with the BOTPODSimplest Minds of the WeekTune in and subscribe to the Simple Minds Sports Show for all things Boston sports!Subscribe, Rate & Review! Follow Simple Minds Sports Show on your favorite podcast platform and hit us up on social media for more hot takes and nonsense. #SimpleMindsSportsSubscribe, rate, and follow us for more hot takes, wild debates, and the occasional deep thought. Catch you next time!Listen to this full episode on:Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/4JOz2aBEi3yQt2QEjbSqGV?si=e75a42c1a56c41f2&nd=1&dlsi=d0fc5e509b3f40a3iTuneshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simple-minds-sports-show/id1518138259Follow us on:Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@simplemindssports2919LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simple-minds-sports-show-412335205/Facebook: facebook.com/simplemindssports.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simple_minds_sportsTwitter/X: https://x.com/simple_minds_sTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@simple_minds_sports