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The Lowell Spinners have the best promotion ever
July 23, 2008 by
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For the second year in a row, the Single-A Lowell Spinners have brought back their politically correct and politically incorrect promotions. In my opinion, minor league teams have the most creative promos out of anybody in the sports world and this one is no different. Check out the...
Papelbon gets his 30th save of the season
July 23, 2008 by
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Last night's win over Seattle gave Jonathan Papelbon his 30th save this season. By reaching that mark he has become the ONLY Red Sox pitcher in history to get 30 or more in 3 straight seasons. The 30-30-30 group is now being called 'The Papelbon Club.' Here is what Jonathan...
Brian Fuentes to the Red Sox trade rumor
July 22, 2008 by
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As the trade deadline gets closer, the Red Sox have sent out a few feelers in an attempt to bolster their bullpen. One of the biggest names mentioned has been Brian Fuentes. Brian has taken over the closer role in Colorado and has put up decent numbers in his career (3.50 ERA, 439...
Manny Ramirez lectured by a traffic cop
July 22, 2008 by
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This is one of the more amusing Manny Ramirez stories I've read (mainly because it doesn't involve turning a double into a single, or smacking an old man.)
David Ortiz inches closer to returning
July 22, 2008 by
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While Jon Lester was baffling the easily-baffleable Seattle Mariners, David Ortiz was taking another step towards full recovery from his injury. Instead of playing in Triple-A Pawtucket (where he bought the team goat tacos and other gross sounding food), he was taking his swings with...
David Aardsma placed on the DL
July 20, 2008 by
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The Red Sox have lost their one solid point in the bullpen (besides Jonathan Papelbon) for at least 15 days. David Aardsma is suffering from an undisclosed leg injury and has been put on the disabled list. His numbers this season include a 2.75 ERA and an impressive 41 strikeouts in...
David Ortiz's first rehab start
July 18, 2008 by
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Big Papi had his first rehab start with the Pawtucket Red Sox last night; however, he had jaws dropping before the game even started. Much like the other night before the All-Star Game, Ortiz took full advantage of his time in the batting cage. He managed to launch 11 balls out of...
Red Sox sign draft pick Casey Kelly
July 17, 2008 by
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The Sox have announced that they have officially signed 1st round draft choice Casey Kelly. Kelly, taken as the 30th pick, was a two sport star (football and baseball) for Sarasota High School and had previously committed to playing for Tennessee. The Sox had faith that they could...
J.D. Drew named All-Star Game MVP
July 16, 2008 by
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J.D. Drew didn't waste much time before taking advantage of his very first All-Star game appearance. He started off his night by roping a line drive over the wall in right for a 2 run homerun against NL ERA leader Edinson Volquez. Drew ended the night 2-4, adding a single and a...
Manny skips 'Media Day;' David Ortiz takes BP
July 15, 2008 by
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Yesterday at Yankee Stadium was the annual 'All-Star Media Day.' Once again Manny Ramirez didn't feel like showing up to answer questions. This was nothing new as he hasn't popped in for 'Media Day' since 2004 and probably will never come again unless he'...
Charlie Zink gets screwed by the IL
July 14, 2008 by
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We mentioned the other day that 5 Pawtucket players have been elected to participate in the International League's All-Star Game. Among them was RHP Charlie Zink, who is leading all starters (with 100+ IP) with a 2.22 ERA. Unfortunately because Zink pitched last night, the IL decided...
Red Sox prospect named MVP of Futures Game
July 14, 2008 by
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All it took was two swings of the bat to morph OF Che-Hsuan Lin from an obscure Single-A prospect into a slightly less obscure Single-A prospect. Lin, representing the Red Sox in Sunday's 'XM All-Star Futures Game,' went 2-2 in the game and was named the MVP. His two hits...
Jonathan Papelbon gets his 100th career save
July 13, 2008 by
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Today's win over the Orioles not only helped the Red Sox reclaim the top spot in the AL East but it also helped Jonathan Papelbon get his 100th career save. He is just the 3rd Red Sox closer to EVER reach that number.
Paps has 28 saves so far this season and only needs 33 more...
A-Rod has no fans in Toronto
July 13, 2008 by
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Haha, wow. Look at how rough Toronto fans are on A-Rod. I can't WAIT to see what happens when he comes back to Fenway. I love it.
Check out the link for more pictures.
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Red Sox reclaim top spot in AL East
July 13, 2008 by
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The Red Sox are heading into the All-Star break leading the AL East after today's 2-1 win against the Orioles. The team has a 1/2 game lead over the Tampa Bay Rays. TB has lost 7 straight while Boston is 7-3 in their last 10 games.
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Red Sox set post All-Star Game rotation
July 13, 2008 by
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Terry Francona has announced the new starting rotation for the Red Sox, set to begin after the All-Star break. The scheduling is in order to get Lester and Beckett a bit of extra rest.
David Ortiz's rehab schedule
July 13, 2008 by
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Yesterday morning we announced that David Ortiz will undergo a rehab assignment in Pawtucket. Terry Francona has since further elaborated on that, and announced Ortiz's schedule.
Jed Lowrie takes over at SS for Julio Lugo
July 12, 2008 by
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Jed Lowrie was recalled from Pawtucket today to take the place of Julio Lugo. Lugo, who crumpled to the ground in last night's game, will go on the DL with what is most likely a slight tear in his quad muscle.
Lowrie has a pretty decent .817 OPS in 17 games for the Red Sox this season.
David Ortiz to begin rehab on Thursday
July 12, 2008 by
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Good news has surfaced on the Big Papi front. The hurt DH will begin his rehab assignment next Thursday with Triple-A Pawtucket. He's been out since June 1st with a torn tendon sheath in his left wrist.
Shining a spotlight on Michael Bowden
July 10, 2008 by
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Michael Bowden was #3 on my pre-season list of Red Sox pitching prospects and number 94 on Baseball America's 'Top 100 MLB Prospects' list for 2008. So far this season he's done nothing but put together a good case to increase his ranking on both lists. How good has...
Theo Epstein squashes Barry Bonds rumors
July 09, 2008 by
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The rumor mill has been running rampant lately about the possibility of Barry Bonds coming to Boston. The whispers have ranged from the minuscule 'Barry had a try-out for Red Sox ownership' to the extreme 'Boston offered Barry Bonds a minor league contract.' What's the truth?
Justin Masterson to be converted into a reliever
July 07, 2008 by
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Terry Francona announced today that there would be a bit of a change in the Red Sox pitching staff. Justin Masterson, who has spent his season as a starting pitcher, will be converted to a reliever. The reasoning is most likely to keep his inning total low for the rest of the season...
Can Jon Lester keep this up all season?
July 07, 2008 by
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There is no doubt about it, Jon Lester has been the ace of the Red Sox staff thus far. He has already thrown 2 complete game shut-outs (1 of them being a no-hitter). Of his 18 starts this season, 11 of them have been quality starts. That means 61% of the time he has gone 6+ innings...
Boston Red Sox have 7 players on the All-Star team
July 06, 2008 by
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In addition to the starting lineup for the AL that I posted last night, the Red Sox have added another 3 players to the All-Star roster.
Starters:
1B - Kevin Youkilis
2B - Dustin Pedroia
OF - Manny Ramirez
DH - David Ortiz
Reserves:
C - Jason Varitek
OF - J.D. Drew
RP...
Dear Tim McCarver
July 05, 2008 by
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Dear Tim McCarver,
I pay a ridiculous amount of money every month so that I can get NESN and NESNHD. I enjoy watching the Bruins but I buy cable solely for Red Sox games. This is why it makes me completely furious when the games are blacked out and I have to watch FOX. I tried overlaying...
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