Guest: Joey Copponi (ITM Podcast) | Garrett Crochet Acquisition, Red Sox Offseason Plans, Juan Soto’s $700M Offer, Trade Talks, & the Future of Rafael Devers | 47

Welcome to Episode 47 of Tablesetters, your go-to podcast for all things baseball! This week, we’re thrilled to welcome Joey Copponi, co-host of the ITM Podcast, where he delivers fresh insights and in-depth analysis on everything surrounding the Boston Red Sox.

We kick things off with today’s big news: the Red Sox’s acquisition of Garrett Crochet from the White Sox. The hard-throwing left-hander immediately strengthens Boston’s rotation, adding a controllable arm with big upside as the team looks to position itself for a serious playoff push. Joey joins us to break down how Crochet fits into the Red Sox’s pitching mix, what this move signals about Boston’s strategy, and whether this could be the start of a bigger offseason spending spree.

From there, we dive into the Red Sox’s reported $700 million offer to Juan Soto. This eye-popping number raises serious questions about the team’s approach and their confidence in the current championship window. Was Boston prepared to go all-in on Soto to solidify their lineup for the next decade, or was this bold offer speaking to a broader shift in how the front office operates? Joey shares his perspective on what this pursuit means for the Red Sox’s future.

We also tackle Boston’s rumored trade discussions with the Seattle Mariners, particularly the potential of moving Triston Casas for young pitching talent like Bryce Miller or Bryan Woo. Is it worth sacrificing a cornerstone bat to bolster the rotation? And if Casas does move, how might that impact the infield, especially with Rafael Devers potentially shifting away from third base?

The conversation heats up as we explore the Red Sox’s growing interest in international star Roki Sasaki. Adding the Japanese ace to the mix would be a game-changing move for Boston’s rotation. We also revisit their pursuit of Teoscar Hernández, breaking down how the team’s search for a right-handed power bat has intensified now that Tyler O’Neill has signed with the Orioles. Joey weighs in on realistic targets the Red Sox could pursue to fill that gap.

Finally, we discuss the possibility of Alex Bregman joining the Red Sox and what that move might mean for the lineup and defensive structure. Joey also gives his take on the ripple effects of Jarren Duran’s breakout season and how it has raised expectations for prospects like Kristian Campbell, Roman Anthony, and Marcelo Mayer as the Red Sox look to their next generation of talent.

It’s a packed episode filled with bold takes, deep analysis, and plenty of Red Sox chatter that fans won’t want to miss.

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