Skepticism — if not outright apathy — has run rampant among Red Sox fans over the last few winters.
After all, Boston has only punched its ticket to October once over the last six seasons.
But the Red Sox’ relative inaction during the offseason in recent years have further twisted the knife for fans who once relished in seeing their team acquire top-flight talent every December.
After a supposedly “full throttle” offseason led to underwhelming returns in 2024, Red Sox fans have warranted reservations about any rumors linking Boston to more marquee talents in free agency.