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Boston Red Sox to evaluate futures of 'cornerstone players' Rafael Devers, Xander Bogaerts

BOSTON -- The Boston Red Sox didn't win the World Series in 2021, but they feel like they're onto something.

As the team reflected on their run to the ALCS, losing at the hands of the Houston Astros in six games, Red Sox manager Alex Cora, chief baseball officer Chaim Bloom, president Sam Kennedy and general manager Brian O'Halloran discussed Boston's future heading into the offseason.

While the the Red Sox face many decisions and obstacles heading into the offseason -- including the looming decision from designated hitter J.D. Martinez on his player option and the pending free-agency of starter Eduardo Rodriguez -- the future of the team's left-side of the infield became a prevalent theme.