The Boston Red Sox's hopes for a playoff spot are dashed, as they sit at 74-74 and 4.5 games out of the wild card race. Despite several positives from the 2024 season, including solid moves by new Chief Baseball Operations officer Craig Breslow, the season is viewed as a missed opportunity.

Key injuries and a lack of reliable pitching left the team struggling. Questions arise about ownership's decision-making and whether different offseason acquisitions could have altered their fate in a competitive American League.