HR 1 - Sox fans get fed up, taunt Henry with "sell the team" chants

The WEEI Afternoons podcast dissects the Boston Red Sox's 2-8 start to the 2026 season, focusing on their collapse in a 8-6 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers. Hosts Andy Hart, Nick Fitzy Stevens, and Ted Johnson express frustration over the team's lack of clutch performance, pitching depth, and defensive execution, with particular criticism of starting pitchers Brian Baio and Ranger Suarez failing to go beyond the fifth inning. The discussion centers on the growing fan discontent, including chants of 'sell the team' at Fenway Park, and the team's apparent lack of leadership and chemistry. Manager Alex Cora is interviewed and maintains a calm, optimistic tone, emphasizing pitching and defense as foundational principles, though the hosts question whether he truly owns the team's identity or is merely executing a front-office strategy. They debate whether the team’s current roster—built around pitching and defense—was the right choice, with speculation that adding a power bat like Pete Alonso could have changed their trajectory. The episode also examines the emotional reaction of Wilson Contreras after being hit by a pitch, questioning whether his fiery response was a genuine spark or a manufactured moment, and explores the broader issue of leadership in a young, struggling team.