Red Sox Nation -Check In

[Salvelinus]

Why on earth do I have to watch this on ESPN 3 via computer instead of ESPN 2 on my TV in Vermont?

[Bruins Fan]

Pedro Martinez was a shocker, but he was the greatest all time Sox pitcher, and a Yankee killer :D

[Bruins Fan]

Why on earth do I have to watch this on ESPN 3 via computer instead of ESPN 2 on my TV in Vermont?
We are spared the misery of watching Joe Morgen, it's on NESN down in the flatlands :D

[MichaelJ]

Pedro Martinez was a shocker, but he was the greatest all time Sox pitcher, and a Yankee killer :D

I would agree with that! BTW - NESN here in NH too!!

[Bruins Fan]

Get the hook, Beckett is not going to get the extension pitching like that :td

[Bruins Fan]

The pitching and run prevention went out the window :r

[massphatness]

Sox on a pace to go 162-0

:D

[PeteSB75]

Beckett signed a 4 year deal for 68mil.

[KenyanSandBoa]

Beckett signed a 4 year deal for 68mil.

Just read that...it must have been the back-to-back homers that sealed the deal. ;)

[Bruins Fan]

The Sox let another one slip away, Ortiz looked like crap again, yes he drove in the lone run with a base hit but stranded four. :td
Lackey pitched great to bad he did not get any run support.

[MedicCook]

Great series between the Yankees and Red Sox. All three games were close and could have gone either way. Hopefully we will be treated to 15 more close and entertaining games this season.

[Subvet642]

Time to deal Pap while we can still get something for him.

[PeteSB75]

Time to deal Pap while we can still get something for him.

You really think we can get something for him? His contract is up at the end of this season. I say sit him and let Lowell DH, since we're paying for him anyway. Was a good series but we've got to win the ones at home.

[Bruins Fan]

Time to deal Pap while we can still get something for him.
I agree he has turned into a one trick pony just throwing fastballs.
Hitters just key on the fastball, lets face it if you can't hit a fastball you don't belong in the Bigs.
The guy got a bad attitude he just cares about getting paid.
Last year he was questioned about his shoulder because his fastball was down, he said he was holding back, that's bull bring it all or go home.
Move him and Ortiz and I would be a happy camper.

[Bruins Fan]

You really think we can get something for him? His contract is up at the end of this season. I say sit him and let Lowell DH, since we're paying for him anyway. Was a good series but we've got to win the ones at home.
I'm pretty sure he is under contract another year? Oh I thought you meant Pap, yes Ortiz is up after this season.

[Mugen910]

I thought this was funny.

[Subvet642]

I'm pretty sure he is under contract another year? Oh I thought you meant Pap, yes Ortiz is up after this season.

Yeah, I mean Papelbon. I'd give Papi a little time; most of his problems last year seem to have been with his mechanics as a result of his injuries. If he has that figured out, he might be OK. Papelbon, on the other hand, is just throwing meatballs and at this point, I'd trade him for a ham sandwich. He scared the crap out of me last year; I don't know how he managed to put up the numbers he did. Bard should close.

[PeteSB75]

Yeah, I mean Papelbon. I'd give Papi a little time; most of his problems last year seem to have been with his mechanics as a result of his injuries. If he has that figured out, he might be OK. Papelbon, on the other hand, is just throwing meatballs and at this point, I'd trade him for a ham sandwich. He scared the crap out of me last year; I don't know how he managed to put up the numbers he did. Bard should close.

Ah, gotcha. I don't know if I'd get rid of Papelbon yet. He's only on a 1 year deal anyway, and I don't know that Bard is ready to be the closer, though he's looked damn good the last few times I've seen him. Really impressive with speed and control. But if Papelbon blows many more like last night, I wouldn't be surprised to see him demoted to the bullpen and Bard picking up closing duties. Couple more good prospects coming up, Casey Kelly and Tazawa(Tommy John surgery) both have potential.

[Subvet642]

Ah, gotcha. I don't know if I'd get rid of Papelbon yet. He's only on a 1 year deal anyway, and I don't know that Bard is ready to be the closer, though he's looked damn good the last few times I've seen him. Really impressive with speed and control. But if Papelbon blows many more like last night, I wouldn't be surprised to see him demoted to the bullpen and Bard picking up closing duties. Couple more good prospects coming up, Casey Kelly and Tazawa(Tommy John surgery) both have potential.

The number of saves that he had last season have nothing to do with his ability, it was all luck and defense. He gave up way too many walks and hits.

[tupacboy]

red sox nation west!

bard might make papelbon expendable... papelbon reminds me of k-rod... doesn't start pitching till he has a couple of runners on... ended up costing us last year

[tupacboy]

forgot to ask.. does anyone here go to sonny's on the westside near ucla? i used to go there all the time when i went to ucla... now i go maybe 3-4 times a year...

[Bruins Fan]

forgot to ask.. does anyone here go to sonny's on the westside near ucla? i used to go there all the time when i went to ucla... now i go maybe 3-4 times a year...

Never been, but I would make it a point to stop in if I ever get back out west :tu

[tupacboy]

Never been, but I would make it a point to stop in if I ever get back out west :tu

sonny's a must for any boston fan on the west coast:

http://www.sonnymcleans.com/

[Bruins Fan]

What a sorry looking team this is, Ortiz cant even hit a pop up to win a game Drew not hitting his weight.
Heads must roll. If Francona don't want to hurt the players feelings, it's time for him to go?
This team is painful to watch :td

[TripleF]

Can I inject something here? I'm glad to live in Tampa Bay right now......sall I'm sayin.

[Bruins Fan]

Can I inject something here? I'm glad to live in Tampa Bay right now......sall I'm sayin.
:tg :D

[TripleF]

:D

[The Poet]

And the best part about living in Tampa is that, once the Rays stumble, the fans can always dig out their Yankee caps again. :r

[dunng]

I was there and it sucked... how can you lose on Marathon Monday!?!?

[TripleF]

And the best part about living in Tampa is that, once the Rays stumble, the fans can always dig out their Yankee caps again. :r

Very true.....but I got a funny feeling about this year......I just do.

[KenyanSandBoa]

I was there and it sucked... how can you lose on Marathon Monday!?!?

No kidding...that was painful to watch. :td

[dunng]

I at least had decent seats, but it was very cold in the stands... :c

[VTDragon]

Time for some serious shaking up. Bench Big Papi & play Mikey Lowell, bring up Dice-K and let him pitch, Wake can go to the pen, bring up Reddick for Drew - he can sit for a while, put Cameron in left and let Elsbury play center once he is healthy again.
Most of all DO SOMETHING ! Make the whole team realize that they don't get to play if they don't perform. Tito's patience with struggling players is well documented, but if he is much more patient the AL East leaders will be out of reach.

[VTDragon]

Hooray we won one! Nice debut for Darnell McDonald, great to see Mikey Lowell as the DH and good to see Reddick again.

One in a row:)!

[jmsremax]

Hooray we won one! Nice debut for Darnell McDonald, great to see Mikey Lowell as the DH and good to see Reddick again.

One in a row:)!


:=:

[PeteSB75]

Hoping tonight's game doesn't go as long as the Mets on Sunday... what was that, 20 innings? 11 is good as long as the Sox win. :tu

[ScottieM]

Damn that Sox lineup looks rough! If they're gonna turn it around they better do it soon. You don't want to try and make up 10 games against a 2 headed monster like NY and Tampa.

[Bruins Fan]

Not much to get excited about so far. The Sox are on my back burner with the way the Bruins have been playing in the playoffs :tu

[PeteSB75]

Beckett working hard to finish the season with an ERA over 10? So glad we signed that long term deal and paid him all that money...

[Bruins Fan]

Beckett working hard to finish the season with an ERA over 10? So glad we signed that long term deal and paid him all that money...
No wonder he jumped on the new contract extension?
Now on the other hand he has the same ERA as he did last year at this time,and finished with 17 wins.:rolleyes:

[VTDragon]

We all hope the Beckett can duplicate his resurgence from last year - time will tell.

On another subject: I'm having a hard time with this whole saga of sending Wake to the pen to make room for Dice-K. I know they paid him a boatload of money and need to try to get value from him but ... you know he's Dice-K...just painful to watch AND he has never really produced to the hype that surrounded him. I know - 18 wins his first year, but if you remember he had tons of run support and was bailed out by a superior bullpen lots and lots of times. Wakefield , on the other hand, has been a good soldier and consistantly produced over the years. Yes, he has the occasional clunker, but with one game to win and a choice between those two, I put Wakefield out there every time.

Is there a better answer - probably not - that doesn't mean I have to like this though.

[PeteSB75]

We all hope the Beckett can duplicate his resurgence from last year - time will tell.

On another subject: I'm having a hard time with this whole saga of sending Wake to the pen to make room for Dice-K. I know they paid him a boatload of money and need to try to get value from him but ... you know he's Dice-K...just painful to watch AND he has never really produced to the hype that surrounded him. I know - 18 wins his first year, but if you remember he had tons of run support and was bailed out by a superior bullpen lots and lots of times. Wakefield , on the other hand, has been a good soldier and consistantly produced over the years. Yes, he has the occasional clunker, but with one game to win and a choice between those two, I put Wakefield out there every time.

Is there a better answer - probably not - that doesn't mean I have to like this though.

Wake has been getting hit like crazy when he's pitched this season. Bucholz is doing incredibly well, especially the last few games. Wake is also old enough they don't want to stress his body too much by making him pitch a full season, then into the playoffs. I say let Matsuzaka pitch and keep Wake in reserve for the inevitable injuries that happen to every team, every year.

[mosesbotbol]

I'd go with Dice-K early on and see how he's doing. Wake is good in the right situation, but when he is off, forget it... In the big picture, the addition of Dice-K has lead to World Series wins. Whether that was direct or not is a debate.

I would not second guess any decision Theo and Larry make.

I feel like I don't know the Sox right now. So many new faces. It'll be June before I have handle of who is who.

[Bruins Fan]

I don't know but the move of Wake might be good ? He is always hurt the second part of the season this might save him?
It could be like in case of fire break glass:D

[VTDragon]

Nice win by Lester last night for a sweep of the Jays. Two good pitching performances on consecutive nights - this is what we all envisioned this past winter. Now on to Baltimore for some fun before the Yankees and Angels come to town. By the way - nice to see Papelbon get his save without any drama.

Hope we get Elsbury back soon, I miss the excitement he brings to the game ... though McDonald has realy swung the bat well - he has earned the right to stick around for a while.

Upon reflection - you guys are right about Wakefield - he is the right guy to go to the pen - for now. I was just being sentimental about the old guy getting dissed.

I hope that this little stint in the minors has made an impact on Dice-K with regards to listening to his coaches & trainers. Time will tell. Hey, maybe he has pickeced up the pace of his pitching too. Well-we can hope.

[PeteSB75]

McDonald has been playing center, hasn't he? Think they will keep him up once Cameron is back? Can we hope?

[VTDragon]

McDonald has been playing center, hasn't he? Think they will keep him up once Cameron is back? Can we hope?
I would at least keep him as a reserve - he's earned that.

[Bruins Fan]

Swept by the worst team in baseball:td Things are going to get ugly as soon as the Bruins and Celtics are out of the playoffs.

[gettysburgfreak]

Tough year so far, really not a good sign coming out of the gate this slowly. Pitching is horrible especially the bullpen. Hitting is pretty bad as well. Tito needs to make a few moves or else this season will turn into a wash by June.

[Subvet642]

Damn it, damn it, damn it all to hell!!! :bh

[The Poet]

Tough year so far, really not a good sign coming out of the gate this slowly. Pitching is horrible especially the bullpen. Hitting is pretty bad as well. Tito needs to make a few moves or else this season will turn into a wash by June.

Change that to "Girardi", and you could be talking about my Yankees this time last year. It's freakin' May 3, for Kris'sakes! Anything can happen.

[macsauce13]

Go Yanks!

[VTDragon]

Sox win -score 16 runs! Celtics win, Bruins win. I'll sleep good tonight:)

[VTDragon]

We get swept by the Orioles and then turn around and we sweep the Angels. Who can figure?

Hope we can keep up the good play against the Yankees this weekend. Should be an interesting series.

[jmsremax]

Go Yanks!

Boo that man!

[taltos]

Hope that they step up to the plate this weekend.

[VirtualSmitty]

Hope that they step up to the plate this weekend.

Looks like the BoSox were just what Tex needed to come out of his slump :r

[floydpink]

Looks like the BoSox were just what Tex needed to come out of his slump :r

Love it. Much more to come.:banger

[ScottieM]

Wow, It may be early but the Sox really look flat. Hell, Toronto looks better than they do.

[VTDragon]

Sigh ... lost 2 of 3 to the Evil Empire. Just when I hoped the Sox were coming out of their funk. Maybe we'll do better against the Jays.

[Bruins Fan]

Let's face it guys this team is not that good and will not make the playoffs.
The sad part it is not even June.

[The Poet]

Let's face it guys this team is not that good and will not make the playoffs.

Though it's 'way too early to throw in the towel, you might be right. And it's not just the obvious things either. For instance, your Sox are at the top of the majors in allowing stolen bases, and at the bottom in stealing them yourselves.

One more brick in the monstrous wall you need to scale.

[VTDragon]

Let's face it guys this team is not that good and will not make the playoffs.
The sad part it is not even June.
Can't give up on 'em yet, remember the Yankees started out slow last year. If the pitching gets hot, (which it should), we have a chance.

[tupacboy]

hey hey hey... where's the faith... remember the angels last year? started at 16-16 and went on to win 90+ games!

our pitching is starting to settle in... same will happen with our hitting...

keep in mind guys... we've been playing horrible and still above .500 (granted its by 1 game)... that's with early injuries... beckett and lester not showing up yet... dice-k getting better...

[PeteSB75]

hey hey hey... where's the faith... remember the angels last year? started at 16-16 and went on to win 90+ games!

our pitching is starting to settle in... same will happen with our hitting...

keep in mind guys... we've been playing horrible and still above .500 (granted its by 1 game)... that's with early injuries... beckett and lester not showing up yet... dice-k getting better...

Lester has shown up, and with a vengeance. He's been almost untouchable his last three starts. Beckett is completely off the rails though, really gotta wonder what is going with him. Matsuzaka had a good start on Tuesday, and even Wake was good yesterday, just didn't get any run support. Lackey has also been good. Where we are lacking is in the hitting department. We need Ellsbury back, and if they are serious about a playoff run this fall, they will need to sit Ortiz for Lowell, and either hope Cameron starts hitting well or trade for a bat in the outfield.

[Bruins Fan]

Lester has shown up, and with a vengeance. He's been almost untouchable his last three starts. Beckett is completely off the rails though, really gotta wonder what is going with him. Matsuzaka had a good start on Tuesday, and even Wake was good yesterday, just didn't get any run support. Lackey has also been good. Where we are lacking is in the hitting department. We need Ellsbury back, and if they are serious about a playoff run this fall, they will need to sit Ortiz for Lowell, and either hope Cameron starts hitting well or trade for a bat in the outfield.

Theo's run prevention is a bunch of crap.
Cameron just plain Suxs, the Brewers let him go, and Beltre for the best third baseman in baseball has a boat load of errors and would have at least a dozen more if not for hometown score keepers?
I think Tampa and the Yanks are just to strong in the AL East?

[Bruins Fan]

What a turn around, playing like crap for a month, to the hottest team in baseball.
The pitching has finely kicked in, they got to keep it up and beat up on the bad teams on this home stand.:tu

[PeteSB75]

What a turn around, playing like crap for a month, to the hottest team in baseball.
The pitching has finely kicked in, they got to keep it up and beat up on the bad teams on this home stand.:tu

Yeah, hell of a road trip. Hopefully KC won't be too much trouble.

Still down on Beltre? He had a pretty good game last night :ss

[TripleF]

I jumped in this thread when my Rays swept the Sox in April.

I gotta jump in NOW and take my whipping cuz you boys sure swept us like we were a high school team....

[PeteSB75]

I jumped in this thread when my Rays swept the Sox in April.

I gotta jump in NOW and take my whipping cuz you boys sure swept us like we were a high school team....

Gotta say, while I certainly expected them to do better than last time we saw you guys, that was much better than anticipated. Especially Crawford and Maddon getting ejected the other night :tf you guys still have a few games on us and on the yanks, so don't despair. You can still take the wild card :tf

[jmsremax]

Anyone going to tonight's game?

[Bruins Fan]

Beltre, had a great game but I'm not sold on him, the seven errors should be a lot more,
way to many for the so called best fielding third baseman in baseball:confused:
At least the guy can hit, I hope it continues?
The pitching looks a lot better with Beckett sitting out.

[PeteSB75]

Beltre, had a great game but I'm not sold on him, the seven errors should be a lot more,
way to many for the so called best fielding third baseman in baseball:confused:
At least the guy can hit, I hope it continues?
The pitching looks a lot better with Beckett sitting out.

Last night Matsuzaka looked like the pitcher we've come to know over the past few season. Walking the whole roster.:td

[Bruins Fan]

Last night Matsuzaka looked like the pitcher we've come to know over the past few season. Walking the whole roster.:td

That guy is painful to watch :td

[VTDragon]

That guy is painful to watch :td
I couldn't agree more.

[VTDragon]

I jumped in this thread when my Rays swept the Sox in April.

I gotta jump in NOW and take my whipping cuz you boys sure swept us like we were a high school team....
Sox, Yanks and Rays are going to all be there right through Sept. This looks to be an exciting pennant race this year. Hey the AL East wildcard team will probably have a better record than the other divisions' winners.

[Bruins Fan]

Ellsbury might be going on the DL, he said he hurt his ribs and he came back to soon?
All the talking heads sound like they are trying to run him out of town?
I can see him being pissed, They bring in Cameron to play center who is over the hill and could not keep his job with the Brewers.
Cameron has been hurt most of the season and says he is going to need surgery.
I think they are going to package Ellsbury up to get a slugger?

[VTDragon]

Boy, I hope they don't get rid of Elsbury. He brings a whole new dimension to the team with his speed and it's pretty obvious that we need that added dimension to the offense. Maybe they've got a slugger down in Pawtucket?

[Bruins Fan]

I think I have been a little harsh on Beltre he played like crap the first month.
The guy is red hot now, I hope he keeps it up :D

[PeteSB75]

Boy, I hope they don't get rid of Elsbury. He brings a whole new dimension to the team with his speed and it's pretty obvious that we need that added dimension to the offense. Maybe they've got a slugger down in Pawtucket?
I think it would be a mistake to get rid of Elsbury. He's a good hitter and a very good centerfielder. Chuck Cameron, not Jacoby. Get Lowell to play left :ss :r

I think I have been a little harsh on Beltre he played like crap the first month.
The guy is red hot now, I hope he keeps it up :D

He sign a one or a two year deal?

[Bruins Fan]

Two years for Cameron.

[VTDragon]

Nice to see the Sox have been playing better lately. I do wish that Elsbury were back on the field and that Big Papi were not so inconsistant, (nothing in April - AL Player of the month in May - now nothing so far in June ???). They are fun to watch again.

Now, what is going to happen with Lowell? Clearly he is unhappy and I don't see the current situation extending beyond the trading deadline. Best hope is we can get a decent minor league prospect for him. It will be too bad once he's gone though-he has been a class guy.

[VTDragon]

How about Daniel Nava - now THAT's a major league debut.

We're slowly inching up in the standings...hope springs eternal in New England!

[The Poet]

Now, what is going to happen with Lowell? Clearly he is unhappy and I don't see the current situation extending beyond the trading deadline. Best hope is we can get a decent minor league prospect for him. It will be too bad once he's gone though-he has been a class guy.

A class guy? OK, I'll grant you he's handled himself pretty well throughout his career. But since his injury he can't run and can't field, and now he can't hit either. As it stands now, I wouldn't give you a decent little league prospect for him . . . and that's really a shame.

[VTDragon]

A class guy? OK, I'll grant you he's handled himself pretty well throughout his career. But since his injury he can't run and can't field, and now he can't hit either. As it stands now, I wouldn't give you a decent little league prospect for him . . . and that's really a shame.
Sorry, I've got to disagree...When I say he is a class guy I am referring to how he handles himself with his teammates, management, media and the fans. Many older players react very poorly to the inevitable reduction in their playing time as their skills diminish and become a real distraction in the clubhouse, in the media and utimately become a detriment to the team. Lowel hates his situation but has remained the consumate team player. Notice how often he is the first in the dugout to greet a player who has just scored a run. He never complains to the media (who are constantly quizzing him re: his status) and when he does play, he plays hard. Yes, his range is limited and he runs like I do, but he can still hit and I will be sorry to se him go.

[The Poet]

Sorry, Gary, but I have to disagree with your disagreement. Firstly, I granted your point about him handling himself well, and meant in good part by that the way he has handled his reduced role by not b!tching and becoming a distraction. If I did not spell that out, I apologize, to him and you, but I did imply it. As for the rest, his range has become slightly better than a statue, and his speed is glacial, and you might argue that in tone but not in kind. And his hitting? As of today, he has 12 RBI, 11 BB, 10K, and is batting .215. One can forgive the RBIs, etc., as a factor of his limited appearances, but if he was hitting better than 2 bucks he might get more action.

Hey, I like the guy. But he's toast. Eat the contract, and let some kids earn a slot.

[VTDragon]

No real disagreement on Lowell's diminishing skills...I just will be sorry to see a good guy move on... even though it is clearly time for him to do so. Hey, I hated to see Trot Nixon move on too, but that didn't mean it did not have to happen.

[timo]

One game out of first! GO SOX

[VTDragon]

One game out of first! GO SOX
...and we swept Manny and the Dodgers to boot:ss

[PeteSB75]

One game out is better than we have been, but still not making the playoffs. Gotta beat them Ray and Yankees, damnit!

[VTDragon]

One game out is better than we have been, but still not making the playoffs. Gotta beat them Ray and Yankees, damnit!
Oh ye of little faith. It's not even the All Star game yet. They can both be beat.
Go Sox!

[CoventryCat86]

Jonathan blew one tonight.:confused:

Oh well, ya can't be perfect every outing. He's still awesome and I'll take him on my team (the Astros) anytime.:tu

[colimo]

TUES: ROCKIES 2, SOX 1
WED: ROCKIES 8, SOX 6....

gotta love jason Giambi....:=::tf

[VTDragon]

Call the Medics! Everyone is hurt ... but still in 2nd place.

[Ewingrules]

With all the injuries they still find a way to win.

[timo]

One game out of first place!!

[PeteSB75]

Let me know when it's September and we're a game out :xxx

Nice to see the yankees lose to the mariners and us beat up on the rays though :tu

[VTDragon]

Now Varitek has a broken foot too!

Medic, medic, medic, medic -Help!

[PeteSB75]

Youk injured last night. I'll be playing first tonight against the rays. Look for me standing on base with a cigar in my mouth...

[Subvet642]

Who were those guys wearing Red Sox uniforms last night? I hardly recognised any of them. :<

[VTDragon]

Who were those guys wearing Red Sox uniforms last night? I hardly recognised any of them. :<
Whoever they were, they can't hit. On a positive note, Beckett had a good throwing session, Youk is still playing, and Elsbury is rejoining the club, (though not yet to play) in Toronto. Maybe they can all get healthy over the Allstar Break. Don't forget - vote for Youk!

[The Poet]

Hello? Hello? Anybody there? Is this thing even on? Hello?

[VTDragon]

I've been busy while we moved into our new house but have been paying some attention to the boys. Injuries still are dogging this team, but at least some of the wounded are starting to come back. (even as some more go down-losing Youk really hurts)
Watched Mikey Lowell's triumphant return last night, (good for you Mikey) and now hear that Jacoby comes back tonight.
I'm still puzzled by that one...Is he a slacker? Did the club want him in Arizona? Why so long playing in Pawtucket? What do Tito and his teammates REALLY think of his VERY LONG recovery? ... I just don't know. Untill all this happened I thought he was a very talented, exciting player to watch and envisioned great things for him and the Sox. Now I question whether he will even be hear next year.
As usual - there is nothing boring about rooting for the Sox. Should be a fun series this weekend in NY. I would love to see our newly resurgent pitching shut the Evil Empire down completely for four games ... well, I can dream.

[VTDragon]

Well, no sweep in NY- just a split, but a nice couple of wins in Canada. We are still within striking distance of both the AL East and the wildcard. Hope springs eternal -so long as the pitching holds up.
Keep the faith.

[PeteSB75]

Francona is making a strong case for himself as manager of the year with the way he's kept this team playing well and in contention despite the huge number of injuries to the core starting lineup.

[VTDragon]

Francona is making a strong case for himself as manager of the year with the way he's kept this team playing well and in contention despite the huge number of injuries to the core starting lineup.
:tpd: Now if he would only take his tiring pitchers out one batter earlier.
(see Matusaka's record as evidence)

[The Poet]

:tpd: Now if he would only take his tiring pitchers out one batter earlier.
(see Matusaka's record as evidence)

Or Poopiebum yesterday, who got tired before he even got one out. :r

[PeteSB75]

Or Poopiebum yesterday, who got tired before he even got one out. :r

He said he was groggy. Sounds like bull to me. He likes to throw heat and gets shelled whenever he does that and nothing else. Idiot needs to remember that he has more than one pitch.

[The Poet]

He said he was groggy. Sounds like bull to me.

So you're saying that BS stands for more than "blown save" here? :D

[VTDragon]

Or Poopiebum yesterday, who got tired before he even got one out. :r
It may be time to swap him and Bard. I know Papelbon would be royally pissed ... tough.
We're still only 4 1/2 games out of the wildcard ... We can't afford to carry a primadonna who has clearly lost it. Pitch a few clean eigth innings and we'll talk about getting your closer role back.

[VTDragon]

Report is that the Sox claimed Johnny Damon off the waiver wire--now that would be fun

[The Poet]

Report is that the Sox claimed Johnny Damon off the waiver wire--now that would be fun

Yeah, it'll be fun to see if the Fairweather Park faithful will cheer him or boo him. :r

[VTDragon]

Yeah, it'll be fun to see if the Fairweather Park faithful will cheer him or boo him. :r
He'll be cheered --- his Yankee years are behind him and the Fenway Faithful wont forget his contribution to Breaking the Curse

[PeteSB75]

Yeah, it'll be fun to see if the Fairweather Park faithful will cheer him or boo him. :r

Wait, is that a yankee fan calling us fairweather? Have you ever looked at the stands at yankee stadium in the 8-9th inning of a game the yanks are losing? Strangely empty...

Anyway, the crowd at Fenway will cheer him, especially if he shows up with a beard :ss

[The Poet]

Wait, is that a yankee fan calling us fairweather? Have you ever looked at the stands at yankee stadium in the 8-9th inning of a game the yanks are losing? Strangely empty...

Anyway, the crowd at Fenway will cheer him, especially if he shows up with a beard :ss

Have you ever counted the number of posts on this thread in recent months, despite the fact that, as Yogi wisely said, it ain't over 'til it's over? :r


Oh, and by the way, Damon has announced he has declined the Red Sox offer to return. Been there, done that, and don't want no more of it. In case you missed it, last week when at Yankee Stadium, he was asked which he preferred . . . being a Boston or New York player. He replied that everything . . . the fans, the organization, the treatment of players, the environment and facilities . . . all was better by far with the Yankees. ;)

[Bruins Fan]

Sox did not want him back, it was just a blocking move.

[VTDragon]

Having Damon again would have been fun... but what's past is past, time to move on... besides I think our young guys are doing pretty well.

[The Poet]

Sox did not want him back, it was just a blocking move.

Maybe so. And maybe this is revisionist history . . . again. :D

Having Damon again would have been fun... but what's past is past, time to move on... besides I think our young guys are doing pretty well.

Yes, those who are managing to stay healthy are doing pretty well. Unfortunately, "pretty well" may not be good enough in the AL East.

[VTDragon]

Lost a couple of close ones in St Pete...the playoff picture is not looking any brighter today.. had hoped to win at least 2 of 3 from the Rays.. but instead we lost 2 of 3. Maybe we can feast on some Bluejay.

[The Poet]

You still have time. I'd like to see the Sox get back in it . . . it's just not the same for we Yankees when they ain't.

[area51]

Now this looks like a nice place to check in at.

[Bruins Fan]

Well it looks like wait till next year.
This season was a major disappointment.
I don't know if it was Theo or if he had his hands tied?
To many bad off season signings, I think the team needs a good house cleaning, reshuffle the deck and lets get it on next season, I like a lot of the kids They brought up, lets hope they keep some of them.
The team has do do something TV ratings are down that means revenue, we all know how the Sox like to squeeze every penny that can out of the brand.

[VirtualSmitty]

Well it looks like wait till next year.
This season was a major disappointment.
I don't know if it was Theo or if he had his hands tied?
To many bad off season signings, I think the team needs a good house cleaning, reshuffle the deck and lets get it on next season, I like a lot of the kids They brought up, lets hope they keep some of them.
The team has do do something TV ratings are down that means revenue, we all know how the Sox like to squeeze every penny that can out of the brand.

Very disappointing. I hate the Red Sox with a passion, but I love the back and forth between Yanks/Sox fans. But Boston just never was really all that good this year, there wasn't one point during the season I thought they were going to make a run. Yankees/Rays just isn't the same.

[area51]

This year was a let down but hey there is always next year.

[PeteSB75]

Isn't it football season?

[VTDragon]

Well it looks like wait till next year.
This season was a major disappointment.
I don't know if it was Theo or if he had his hands tied?
To many bad off season signings, I think the team needs a good house cleaning, reshuffle the deck and lets get it on next season, I like a lot of the kids They brought up, lets hope they keep some of them.
The team has do do something TV ratings are down that means revenue, we all know how the Sox like to squeeze every penny that can out of the brand.
The Globe ran an article back in Spring Training paraphrasing Theo essentially saying that this was a transition year awaiting fresh blood from the minors. He quickly distanced himself from those statements but .... well, look where we are and judge for yourself.
Having said all that... IF the pitching had been anywhere near what we expected from them, we would still be in it. But, yes even I am now willing to conceed that this season is gone.

[TheDudeAbides]

http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad341/thedudeabides47/varitek_arod3.jpg


Just checking in. Good looking win against Garza and the devil rays tonight. On espn no less.
-Dude
{We don't throw at .260 hitters}

[MedicCook]

I have to say I was actually rooting for the Red Sox to win tonight. Gives the Yankees a bigger lead on the Rays now. :tu

[Luc13]

Bad year? I don't think so, they have the 5th best record in MLB and are in the same division as 1st and 2nd best. While the season might be a disappointment, its not over yet, remember that the Rays still play the Yankees 8 times. At best they might be able to sneak in the playoffs and play the role of spoiler. Losing Elsbury, Yuuuuk, and Pedroia was devastating and I for one am surprised and happy as a Sox fan that they are doing as well as they are.

[area51]

Good win tonight.

[The Poet]

Bad year? I don't think so, they have the 5th best record in MLB and are in the same division as 1st and 2nd best. While the season might be a disappointment, its not over yet, remember that the Rays still play the Yankees 8 times.

I'd agree that, disappointing as it must be for Boston fans, it cannot be classed as a "bad year". Yet I do think that, barring some miracle finish, it is over. My Yankees have only 22 game left, and the Sox are 9 back. Plus, they are 7 behind Tampa on the loss side. They can play a spoiler role (and have already done so a bit against the Rays), but the odds of them jumping BOTH teams for the wild-card is unrealistic. Hell, the White Sox have as good a chance of finishing juuuuuust out of it, as they are only one behind your boys for the "also-contended" crown.

[VTDragon]

I know this is ridiculously optimistic .... BUT we're 6 games out of the wild card with 6 games left to play vs. the Yankees ... I'm just looking at the numbers.

[The Poet]

I know this is ridiculously optimistic .... BUT we're 6 games out of the wild card with 6 games left to play vs. the Yankees ... I'm just looking at the numbers.

Hey, I said it wasn't over long ago, back when most of you guys had given up on your Sox. You still have a decent shot . . . but you'd better not lose more than a few games, because you can't depend on the Yankees to keep dropping close games.

[PeteSB75]

Hey, I said it wasn't over long ago, back when most of you guys had given up on your Sox. You still have a decent shot . . . but you'd better not lose more than a few games, because you can't depend on the Yankees to keep dropping close games.

Yankees seem to be dropping most of the games that CC is not pitching. They certainly looked very flat vs Tampa in their last series. The only questions are how long will they keep it up, and can Boston keep winning.

[VirtualSmitty]

Yankees seem to be dropping most of the games that CC is not pitching. They certainly looked very flat vs Tampa in their last series. The only questions are how long will they keep it up, and can Boston keep winning.

Flat? That was one of the closest series i've seen all year. And they lost CCs game, they won the game Nova pitched. That series was more about excellent pitching by both sides, offense on either side couldn't do much.

[The Poet]

Flat? That was one of the closest series i've seen all year. And they lost CCs game, they won the game Nova pitched. That series was more about excellent pitching by both sides, offense on either side couldn't do much.

And, not to make excuses, but the series against the Rangers was played like playoff games too. Hell, in one of those games the Texas coaches and manager went to the mound about twenty times, and they used more pitchers than regular fielders and batters. The game took foooooooooooorevvvvvvvvvvvver!

[Bruins Fan]

Sox deal for Adrian Gonzalez, this guy is going to tear up the AL. :tu

[massphatness]

I like this move, but I wish we still had Martinez too.

[Bruins Fan]

I think this is the first shoe to drop, with the ML winter meetings next week lets see what happens?

[timo]

Now get Crawford

[MedicCook]

That is a good pickup for the Red Sox. Sounds like they did not give much up to get him either.

[pnoon]

That is a good pickup for the Red Sox. Sounds like they did not give much up to get him either.

Tell me about it. Sheesh.

[Bruins Fan]

S. I. has reported that the deal for Gonzalez has fallen through :sh

[Bruins Fan]

ESPN reports the deal is done with a press conference @ 11:00 am. :tu

[kugie]

They get the deal done. They had to do something.
http://www.boston.com/sports/baseball/redsox/articles/2010/12/06/red_sox_complete_gonzalez_deal/?p1=Upbox_links

[VTDragon]

We still need some bullpen help

[Bunker]

I can't believe how much Washington gave Jason Werth (who apparently is ready to retire without ever seeing the playoffs again), there goes the price for Crawford.

[dogface_313]

Things are looking up for Sox.

[Bunker]

So let's see, without any more moves my guess for a line-up:

Crawford -CF
Pedroia - 2b
Gonzalez - 1b
Youklis - 3b
Ortiz - DH
Drew - RF
Varitek/Saltalamacchia - C
Scutaro - SS
Ellsbury - LF

That should score some runs:dance:

[timo]

Crawford...:noon:noon:noon

[tenbaseg]

Crawford is just what that lineup needed. Awesome news!

[kugie]

Crawford, I like this Move
Now really shake up the League and land Cliff Lee

[jmsremax]

Crawford is just what that lineup needed. Awesome news!


:noon

[Bruins Fan]

WOW!! now if Beckett and Lackey get their act together,their is no doubt the Sox will make it to the playoffs and beyond :noon

[Subvet642]

I heard that Lee walked out of negotiations with the Yankees. If the Sox can sign him and that catcher from the Dodgers, Martin, I can't see who can stop them. :banger:noon:banger:noon

[VTDragon]

I love the Crawford move, but I reiterate..we still need some bullpen help.

[Bruins Fan]

I think they should have kept V Mart,switch hitting power hitter for chump change compared to Crawford.

[Bunker]

I think if they thought he was too much of a liability in the field.

Maybe if they don't pick up Ortiz the definitely keep Vmart but with Ortiz they don't need another $12 million DH switch hitter or not

[Salvelinus]

Just got 8 tickets to the May 6th game against the twins :noon:noon:banger

Haven't been to a game in probably 5 years. So psyched

[MikeyC]

I love the Crawford move, but I reiterate..we still need some bullpen help.

I couldn't agree more. However, I feel better about what the team has done so far this off season compared to last. I'm excited for the season to start.

[Bruins Fan]

Bobby Jenks to to the Sox, looks like he will be the first one out of the pen?
This will be Papelbons last season in Boston if they don't trade him?

[Bunker]

I think they will definitely be looking for potential trade for Pap now if they haven't already, either way he is gone next season.

[Bruins Fan]

You know whats funny? The Sox are moving in right field nine feet to add more seats,and with all the left hand bats in the lineup, the Sox are know built for Yankee stadium :r

[Bruins Fan]

Sox's spring training is very lose the guys are having fun.
All signs point to the Sox's running away with the Al pennant:sl
I think they will will 100 games, this team is stacked :D

[VTDragon]

I'm getting excited now. The pitchers are all still healthy and seem to be doing well in their first few outings, (even post concussion Beckett). Our group of injured from last year all rehabbed over the winter and arrived fit and ready to play. The new acguisitions are fitting in well and all seems bright and rosy in Red Sox nation. The only negative I can see so far is that Hidiki Okajima has not regained his 2009 form ... he will probably be gone by April 1st, but we seem to have plenty of other bullpen help available. Theo's winter acguisitions all look terrific at this point. Tito has so many options in the bullpen and outfield that he doesn't know what to do and the Yankees are underwhelming at best.
Ain't spring wonderful!

[Bruins Fan]

Okajima hasn't made the team there are two other lefteys looking to fill that spot.

[VTDragon]

Ahhh ... a new season is about to begin and (most) all things are right in the Red Sox universe. On the downside, Youk is hitting below the Mendoza line (but we all know that will not last) and Papelbon seems to be continuing his erratic ways from the end of last season, (if that keeps up he wont be the closer for too long either). Other than that, the boys all seem healthy, the new guys are fitting in well and SI has annointed the Sox as the favorites to win it all.
Hope springs eternal Go Sox!

[Bunker]

Batting Averages don't mean squat in March so I am not warried about Youk. On the upside Becket looked great last night and he was the one pitcher I was worried about.

Cant'r wait for tomorrow to get this season rolling!

[BigAsh]

Batting Averages don't mean squat in March so I am not warried about Youk. On the upside Becket looked great last night and he was the one pitcher I was worried about.

Cant'r wait for tomorrow to get this season rolling!

:tpd::tpd:

[kugie]

SWEEET Carolinnnne, BAH BAH BAH


Oh wait what am I doing. :D

Go RedSOX

[Bruins Fan]

Drew is out of the line up for tomorrow and he did not even get a chance to get hurt :r

[timo]

Drew is out of the line up for tomorrow and he did not even get a chance to get hurt :r

Yeah he can't hit Wilson

[timo]

Thankful we're out of Texas!

[Bunker]

Yes, they need a change of scenery and a pitcher who can keep the ball on the ground. At least Crawford finally made contact.

Time for Beckett to prove he still is an Ace and not a #4 starter.

[timo]

Yeah it was good to see Crawford get on track

[VTDragon]

Time for Beckett to prove he still is an Ace and not a #4 starter.
:tpd: Who knew we would be looking at him for early season salvation!

[kugie]

No Panic yet
Wait til July

[timo]

Beckett and Dicek to right the ship. better get the rolaids out. haha

[Bruins Fan]

I love this stat, Sox pitching had 12 strikeouts and gave up 11 homeruns.:td
It's going to be interesting if Lackey gets lit up in the home opener :sl

[timo]

I love this stat, Sox pitching had 12 strikeouts and gave up 11 homeruns.:td
It's going to be interesting if Lackey gets lit up in the home opener :sl

Let's hope it was just the Rangers. That team looks very good. I don't think they'll have any problem without Lee

[tupacboy]

too earlty to tell what's going on with the sox...

we gotta get our bats going so the pitching can settle in...

[timo]

Let's hope it was just the Rangers. That team looks very good. I don't think they'll have any problem without Lee

Clay Bucholtz had a two hitter going, both homeruns :D

[taltos]

Yankees Nation aka the Evil Empire is a bit touchy about the team's blatant cheating. I had one of their fans flip out on me after I asked an innocent question about the team's prospects if signalling is disallowed. Piss off one Yankee fan a day and life is better.:D:sl

[timo]

Yankees Nation aka the Evil Empire is a bit touchy about the team's blatant cheating. I had one of their fans flip out on me after I asked an innocent question about the team's prospects if signalling is disallowed. Piss off one Yankee fan a day and life is better.:D:sl

Cheating? haven't heard about it

[VTDragon]

Aaaarrrrgghh!

Now we have to depend on DiceK. Thanks for the prediction Sports Illustrated.

[kugie]

That's it the seasons over.:sl

Bring on Football Oh wait we might not have that either

[Subvet642]

If I have to take a bunch of cr@p from the Yankees' fans at work, it's gonna be a long friggin' season.

[timo]

Aaaarrrrgghh!

Now we have to depend on DiceK. Thanks for the prediction Sports Illustrated.

He's tonight's ace:D

[Bruins Fan]

I'm glad the B's are on at the same time,by the time it's over Dice might be in the 5th inning :D

[taltos]

I'm glad the B's are on at the same time,by the time it's over Dice might be in the 5th inning :DAnd 150 pitches.;s

[timo]

And 150 pitches.;s

1st inning=28 pitches! Right on schedule :D

[Bruins Fan]

Grrrrr Lester pitches a gem for 7 innings, Bard comes in walks the lead off batter, stolen base, suicide-squeeze one run in.
Sox get a chance in the ninth, bad base running by McDonald, game over, Mc would be on the bus to Pawtucket in the morning if I had my way.:mad

[massphatness]

Worst start since 1945.

The owner of my company WAS looking forward to the home opener ...

[timo]

Grrrrr Lester pitches a gem for 7 innings, Bard comes in walks the lead off batter, stolen base, suicide-squeeze one run in.
Sox get a chance in the ninth, bad base running by McDonald, game over, Mc would be on the bus to Pawtucket in the morning if I had my way.:mad

This one really hurt

[TBone]

WTF is up with the Sox...even the Mets have a better record

[gettysburgfreak]

I knew their pitching would suck but never imagined it would be this bad. They have a realistic chance at starting 0-9 after this weekend.

[timo]

I knew their pitching would suck but never imagined it would be this bad. They have a realistic chance at starting 0-9 after this weekend.

Lester pitched 7 innings today, 3 hits 3 walks 9 K. What sucks about that?

[Bruins Fan]

So to me it looks like Francona and his staff did not get these assclowns ready to play?
A clue was when they lost 10 straight in spring training.
What the heck were they doing, it must of been all fun in the sun?
A bad showing against the yanks and someone has to be made an example of:mad:

[kugie]

Lester pitched 7 innings today, 3 hits 3 walks 9 K. What sucks about that?

:tpd:

Dice-k also pitched good enough to win on his game. The hitting has sucked as well this year so far. I would rather see losses in April and wins in October.

[VTDragon]

So to me it looks like Francona and his staff did not get these assclowns ready to play?
A clue was when they lost 10 straight in spring training.
What the heck were they doing, it must of been all fun in the sun?
A bad showing against the yanks and someone has to be made an example of:mad:
You're absolutely right. These guys are making the bucks, it's time they realized they have to produce.

[gettysburgfreak]

Lester pitched 7 innings today, 3 hits 3 walks 9 K. What sucks about that?


So far thats been the exception, not the rule. I'm not impressed so far.

[Bunker]

Real season starts today.

The one guy with the hot draws has to be the new pitching coach after all of these homeruns.

At least Lester snapped out of it yesterday, they are just not getting any bounces to go their way.

Can't blame McDonald for the ninth, with two outs he is running like that ball went up the middle which it would of if it didn't get a piece of the pitcher. By the time he saw it in the hands of the SS it was too late.

[jesseboston81]

Loved that second inning! Knock on wood, but this would be a great day to break the streak!

[dunng]

Hang in there... :mh

[jesseboston81]

This is a great game, but tense!

[timo]

Let's go bullpen

[timo]

Yes!!!!! JD!!!!!

[timo]

OK time for Papelbon....get out the Rolaids or prayer beads or pet rocks

[timo]

And all is well in Red Sox Nation

[dunng]

:wo

[jesseboston81]

:wo
:wo

[Bruins Fan]

Lackey got a gift getting the win he stunk, if he don't get it together, he will be begging for a trade :2

[timo]

yep Hughes stunk a little bit more. A great pitchers dual haha

[Bunker]

The bats finally woke up yesterday and picked up Lackey on another mediocre performance like they are supposed to do.

Nice to see both Salty and Drew come up with clutch hits

[gettysburgfreak]

God damn it, another crappy pitching performance!

[Bruins Fan]

My observation so far is Boston is to big of a stage for Crawford, and Salty don't belong in the bigs.

[timo]

Crawford will be fine, I hope. Now Salty is another story. It's a long season. I'm just trying to enjoy the games

[Bruins Fan]

Crawford is Jacoby Ellsbury, it's so messed up Francona don't know were to bat him in the lineup?
For my money I would rather have Ells, just my .02.

[timo]

You may be right. I'm just trying to give it more time. It's very early yet. I always loved watching Crawford when he was with the Rays. He's to go an athlete to get overwhelmed in Boston

[Bunker]

What's the over/under on the new pitching coach getting whacked?

These guys are throwing like it is the first two weeks in March not April. Too many balls staying up (and leaving the park).

[Bruins Fan]

No doubt he is a great athlete but that batting stance so wide open,bring the heat up and inside and you can handcuff him. I don't know that's how I would pitch him?
He sitting on the bench with his head in his hands, I think if he has a big game it might get him going?

[gettysburgfreak]

What's the over/under on the new pitching coach getting whacked?

These guys are throwing like it is the first two weeks in March not April. Too many balls staying up (and leaving the park).


If they continue to pitch this bad I say hes gone by June

[Bruins Fan]

What's the over/under on the new pitching coach getting whacked?

These guys are throwing like it is the first two weeks in March not April. Too many balls staying up (and leaving the park).

Ha Ha he said he fixed Dice told him to throw strikes:r

[timo]

Everyone except DiceK seem to be pitching like DiceK

[Bruins Fan]

Pedro wants to come out of retirement and pitch for the Sox,says he will be ready in a month.
Hell yes, I would take a chance on the best pitcher in Sox history just for his attitude:banger

[gettysburgfreak]

So nice to see Beckett pitch like the guy of old. I think V Tek should catch him on every start. Hopefully Paps can shut the door.

[timo]

Nice win for sure

[Bruins Fan]

Great game by Josh, Always nice to beat the yanks 12 runners left stranded :sl

[taltos]

Pedro wants to come out of retirement and pitch for the Sox,says he will be ready in a month.
Hell yes, I would take a chance on the best pitcher in Sox history just for his attitude:bangerI have no interest in the Dominican Diva coming back to Boston after the way he lied his way out of town, just using us to drive up the Mets' offer. In addition, he was old and broken down when he left the game in 2009; any evidence that he is younger or healthier now?

[VTDragon]

Hey, Josh Beckett - you know the All Star Josh Beckett, (the one we thought was long gone), made an appearance last night vs. the Yankees. Nice!

By the way, the new ESPN crew is just as awful as last years'. Give me Don & RemDog any day.

[tupacboy]

beckett touched 96 mph finally yesterday...

i wish espn adopted using the home team announcers when it comes to ball games... would give each home team more character...

[Bruins Fan]

Nice outing Dice,this piece of crap should be outright released :mad:

[timo]

Can someone tell Daisuke Matsuzaka this is not batting practice

[gettysburgfreak]

Dice K needs to get traded! I'm so sick of watching him every 5th day. Enough is enough with this guy.

[massphatness]

I was at the game tonite. Field box seats courtesy of Grace's firm.

It sucked so much worse in person.
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[gettysburgfreak]

I can't take this any longer, somethings got to give. My blood boils watching this team right now.

[Bruins Fan]

Worst team in Baseball, at least we beat the yanks :banger
Yeah they will get on a roll? Five starters batting under 200.
Crawford I still don't understand that signing?
The man hit 19 Home runs once and never drove in more then 90 rbi.
The big money he got was always given the future hall of fame type sluggers.
Someone needs to be made an example of even if it is Francona he baby's these guys.
No way heads would not roll if Parcells or Belichick were running things.

[timo]

Nice win today. Beckett looked good again. Now let's go Bruins

[gettysburgfreak]

hopefully the offense can finally get going, they are due for a break out

[Bruins Fan]

Nice win, another very good pitching performance by Beckett :banger
Lowrie had a big game, it's going to be hard to keep him out of the lineup.
Crawford riding the pine were he belongs, he should give back the money and get out of town :td

[Bunker]

Nice win, another very good pitching performance by Beckett :banger
Lowrie had a big game, it's going to be hard to keep him out of the lineup.
Crawford riding the pine were he belongs, he should give back the money and get out of town :td

I have no problem with Crawford being an overpriced #7 hitter and Elsbury batting 9th.

If either of them snaps out of it they can move up.

The only reason to start Dice-K is to hope he wins a few games and you can trade him. Maybe Seattle would take him and Ellsbury for a catcher that can hit (do they have one?)

[Bruins Fan]

I think Ellsbury will get traded? He is good value you don't need him and Crawford they are the same.
The Sox will have to discount his jerseys( Oh No ) as it is the number one seller all the pink hats love him,he's so cute :r

[timo]

WINNING STREAK!!

No chance of Ells getting traded

[gettysburgfreak]

WINNING STREAK!!

No chance of Ells getting traded

I agree no chance. I highly doubt Dice K would get traded either. He had no market value anymore and I think he has a no trade clause.

[timo]

Dice K has no trade clause

[Bruins Fan]

[QUOTE=timo;1238508]Dice K has no trade clause[/QUOTE

I think today might be his last game in a Sox uniform if he throws a stinker?
They don't have to play him,just pay him if he has any pride in himself he will ask for a trade?
Japanese players are frauds,other then Suzuki the rest have been nothing special.

[Bruins Fan]

Just when your out ,he sucks you back in... first win in the last 11 starts,even a blind squirrel finds a nut once in a while :D

[gettysburgfreak]

Looks like the offense is finally coming alive. Glad to see Jed getting some good ABs, I would rather have him in the line up every day than Marco.

[kugie]

Looks like the offense is finally coming alive. Glad to see Jed getting some good ABs, I would rather have him in the line up every day than Marco.

I agree!!:tu

I like the Kid he has been plagued by injuries and not being able to play a whole year. If h keeps this up Scutaro can be the utility guy.

[Bunker]

I agree!!:tu

I like the Kid he has been plagued by injuries and not being able to play a whole year. If h keeps this up Scutaro can be the utility guy.

I see no reason for Scutaro to get off the pine until someone needs a day off.

Apparently Ellsbury has turned into a speedy version of Dave Kingman.

Hopefully Theo is on the phone right now trying to strike a Dice-K deal before the shine wears off.