The Red Sox designated Mark Kotsay for assignment to make room for newly acquired Adam LaRoche. I wouldn't be surprised if the Mets make a play for Kotsay when he becomes a free agent in 10 days.Kotsay is a 33 y/o left handed utility player, who can play all three outfield positions and first base. This year he's only hitting .257 in 27 games, but is a lifetime .280 hitter and just last year with the Sox/Braves hit .276. Even as he's struggled this year, he'd be an improvement over Tatis, Berroa, Sullivan and Murphy. "It wasn't a fun decision or a fun message," Francona said. "This is a guy that came in last year and immediately became a leader in our clubhouse. He's as professional as they get. You learn quickly to admire people like that, and that will certainly never change." source MLB.com
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