The Boston Red Sox are off to a frustrating start this season, and one analyst has pinpointed a key area that needs immediate improvement: their performance at home.

Currently sitting at the bottom of the AL East with a 17-23 record, the Sox have struggled mightily at Fenway Park, posting a disappointing 7-12 mark. This slow start comes despite an aggressive offseason that saw the team add significant talent to the roster, raising expectations for a playoff push.

According to MLB.com analyst Ian Browne, the team’s inability to capitalize on Fenway’s unique dimensions has been a major factor. "Most of the best teams in Red Sox history have taken full advantage of the ballpark’s quirky dimensions," Browne noted. "To far, this group hasn’t been able to do so nearly enough. In particular, the offense has been mostly cold at Fenway Park, not able to take advantage of the Green Monster."

The numbers back up this concern: Boston hit just seven home runs in their first 17 home games before finally breaking out with two on Friday night against the Rays. Browne suggests that warmer weather might help heat up the bats, but for now, the team’s home record remains a glaring weakness.

The Red Sox have a chance to turn things around as they host the Philadelphia Phillies for a three-game series starting Tuesday. With the season still young, there’s time to reverse course—but it starts with finding their stride at the friendly confines of Fenway Park.