In a recent interview with The Financial Times, Red Sox principal owner John Henry shared his perspective on the expectations of fans and the team’s performance. Henry expressed that fans’ desires for World Series championships on an annual basis are unrealistic, citing the odds of achieving such success as one in 20 or one in 30.

Over the past few years, Henry, along with team chairman Tom Werner and president/CEO Sam Kennedy, has faced criticism as the Red Sox have struggled on the field. Since their 2018 World Series victory, the team has only made the postseason once in 2021 and has ended up in last place in their division in three of the last four seasons. Fans were further disappointed by the team’s decision to cut payroll and forego investments in the offseason while other teams like the Dodgers and Yankees made significant player acquisitions.

Henry defended the team’s approach, emphasizing the importance of creating a sustainable future for the Red Sox rather than focusing solely on immediate success. He criticized the fixation on spending big on players each year, highlighting the need to make decisions based on the team’s long-term viability. Despite the backlash faced by Werner for his comments on player expenses and team improvements, Henry believed that the emphasis on short-term gains overshadowed the bigger picture of building a strong foundation for the franchise.

As the owner of multiple sports entities, including Liverpool FC and the Pittsburgh Penguins, Henry assured that Fenway Sports Group’s structure allowed him to dedicate sufficient attention to each asset, including the Red Sox. Dismissing any speculation about selling the team, Henry reaffirmed his commitment to the franchise he has owned since 2002.