Trevor Story Warns Red Sox Fans: 'The Captain’s Struggles Are Bigger Than We Think'
As the Boston Red Sox face mounting challenges in their bid to secure a playoff spot, Trevor Story is sounding the alarm about the struggles of the team’s captain, whose recent performance has been less than stellar. While the Red Sox have long relied on their leadership to guide them through tough stretches, Story believes that the captain's struggles are a significant red flag for the team’s future.
“It’s clear to everyone that something isn’t right,” Story said in a candid interview. “When our captain isn’t performing at the level we know he’s capable of, it affects the whole team. These aren’t just small issues anymore; they’re a warning sign that we all need to take seriously.”
The struggles of the Red Sox captain have been visible over the past few weeks, with key statistics showing a decline in both offensive production and leadership on the field. Fans and analysts have raised concerns, and Story is echoing those sentiments, urging the team to address the situation before it escalates further.
Story’s Concerns: 'This Is Bigger Than Just One Player'
While Story’s focus remains on supporting his teammate, he stressed that the captain’s recent difficulties could have a ripple effect on the entire roster. “We can’t afford to ignore these struggles,” he added. “It’s not just about one player. When our leader is down, it impacts the whole clubhouse. We need everyone firing on all cylinders if we’re going to turn this around.”
Despite the Red Sox's efforts to stay competitive, it’s clear that the team’s reliance on their captain to set the tone hasn’t been as effective in recent weeks. Story’s frustration is palpable, but he remains determined to support his teammates in finding a solution.
“We’re a family here, and we’ll get through this together,” Story emphasized. “But we also have to be real with ourselves. If we don’t start addressing these issues, we could be in a lot more trouble than we think.”
A Call for Accountability: Can the Red Sox Bounce Back?
Story’s remarks come at a critical juncture in the season. The Red Sox are on the brink of falling out of playoff contention, and with their captain struggling, the team needs a rallying cry to overcome adversity. Story’s willingness to speak out highlights the importance of addressing internal issues before they spiral further.
The question now is whether the Red Sox can pull together and turn things around. As Story points out, the captain’s struggles are more than just a personal slump—they’re a reflection of deeper challenges within the team. The Red Sox must confront these challenges head-on if they hope to salvage their season.
Looking Ahead: 'We Have to Find a Way to Fight Through This'
“We can’t afford to be complacent,” Story concluded. “We’re still in this, but we have to come together and fix what’s broken. We owe it to ourselves, the fans, and our captain to fight through this.”
With the Red Sox at a crossroads, all eyes will be on how the team responds to the captain's struggles. Story’s call for unity and accountability could be the spark that reignites their playoff hopes—or a sign that the Red Sox’s troubles run deeper than anyone anticipated.
Yankees Slugger on Fire for Playoffs
2025 wasn't easy on New York Yankees catcher Austin Wells. One year removed from winning the job from all-star catcher and platinum glove winner, Jose Trevino, he, too, lost his catching duties. Ben Rice became the new backstop as Wells saw sporadic playing time in parts of July and August. It was a far cry from how his season began, when he started the season homering from the leadoff spot for the Yankees on Opening Day.
Things turned around on the field where Wells made his bones in the minors when, at the end of August, he blasted two home runs at George S. Steinbrenner Field against the Tampa Bay Rays. Up to that point, Wells had five plate appearances in five days and came in twice as a defensive substitute for Rice late in games. To go from sitting to then blasting Pete Fairbanks, one of the best closers in baseball, is no easy feat.
Before that game in Tampa, Wells was hitting .206/.263/.405 with an 82 wRC+ on the season. Since then, Wells is hitting .282/.333/.590 with a 150 wRC+ in his last 88 plate appearances. The hot streak raised his numbers on the year to .221/.277/.442 with a 96 wRC+.
Wells' bat has had more thump to it, too. During this span, he has an average exit velocity of 92 MPH and a 13.2% barrel rate. It is up from his season averages of 90 MPH and 9.9%.
Wells has been especially hot the last two weeks. He has had a multi-hit game in four of his previous eight games. In those 22 plate appearances, he has only struck out four times as well.
After a two-hit game against the Chicago White Sox in another must-win game, one of a slew of must-win games for the Yankees, Wells was asked about his swing and what had changed. The fiery catcher was nonchalant about this streak.
"It feels pretty good," Wells said, according to Bryan Hoch of MLB.com. "I'm just trying to put the ball in play and trying not to hit it where they're at. For me, I feel like it's been working a little bit better than it did over the beginning of the year. I'm rolling with it."
The Seattle Mariners may have the American League MVP on their roster, but heading into the postseason, the Yankees' catching situation isn't without its power either. Manager Aaron Boone can plug and play his two young mashing lefties, Wells and Rice, who have a combined 45 home runs between them. Both have shown the ability to handle a pitching staff, and Rice will play wherever he is asked and has answered every call spectacularly.
In the second game against the Chicago White Sox, he caught ace Max Fried. Fried, of course, put on another masterful performance, helping to inch the Yankees closer to winning the American League East. From a position of weakness for a majority of the year, the catching situation looks more stable heading into the postseason.
