2009 Red Sox Review - Outfielders and Catchers

Infielders and the DH yesterday, outfielders and catchers today;Jason Bay - .267/.384/.537Interesting Stat – 48% of his hits were for extra bases, the highest rate of his careerBay’s season was a great one. While he did not hit for a particularly high average his ability to draw the base on balls was pivotal in making for a great season. Despite having what seems to be a perfect Fenway swing his splits show a guy equally effective on the road as at home.Defensively Bay is poor. Despite having fifteen assists his arm is weak and he has limited range.Early 2010 Outlook – This is the question isn’t it? I think if he’s willing to accept a three year deal it’s a no-brainer to re-sign him at almost any price. If he insists on a five year deal I think it’s almost equally as certain a no-brainer to let him go. I don't know where I read it but I liked the idea of the Sox making the same offer to both him and Holliday and simply signing whichever one sends back the contract first.Jacoby E...