HR 3 - Fitzy predicts a pitching duel at misty Fenway

The WEEI Afternoons podcast, broadcast live from Fenway Park, dives deep into the Boston Red Sox's current struggles and the contrasting ownership philosophies of John Henry and new owner Bill Chisholm. Hosts Andy Hart, Nick Fitzy Stevens, and Ted Johnson debate whether Chisholm’s public pledge to 'do whatever it takes' to win is genuine or just savvy PR, especially after shedding salary and trading away high-priced players. They contrast Chisholm’s passionate fan-first rhetoric with John Henry’s distant, business-focused approach, questioning whether the Red Sox have become a profit-driven entertainment factory rather than a competitive baseball team. The conversation shifts to the Celtics’ surprising 50+ win season despite a 'gap year' plan, praising coach Joe Mazzulla’s leadership and Jalen Brown’s breakout performance. Guest Chris Mannix from Sports Illustrated reinforces the idea that a Celtics championship would be one of the most remarkable in NBA history due to the team’s lack of expectations and roster overhaul. The episode closes with a playful prediction of a pitching duel between Garrett Crochet and Milwaukee’s Jacob Mizorowski, and a lighthearted look at Fenway’s commercialized fan experience.