Red Sox links (36 articles) Sat. Sep. 4

Good Morning, it is Saturday September 4th, 2010 and here are some of the Red Sox links from Boston media outlets within last 24 hours.

Total of 36 articles published in that span was collected here.

Rainout could scramble White Sox rotation – Boston Herald, Mark Gonzales
BOSTON – Pitching coach Don Cooper said the White Sox bullpen will be “rested and ready” as the result…
Pedroia undergoes surgery – Boston Globe, Peter Abraham
The season is over for Dustin Pedroia . But the Red Sox second baseman should be ready to go in spring training after undergoing surgery on his left foot yesterday.
Manny Ramirez speaks – Boston Herald, Scott Lauber
For one day, Hurricane Manny was upstaged by Hurricane Earl. Manny Ramirez’ latest return to Fenway Park,…
Dustin Pedroia goes under knife – Boston Herald, Scott Lauber
A week ago, it seemed inevitable. Now, it’s official. Dustin Pedroia’s season is finished. …
Hermida signs with Oakland – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
Oakland has signed Jeremy Hermida to a minor-league deal and assigned him to Triple A Sacramento. He is 2 for 4 with two doubles so far tonight in his first game. Hermida hit .203/.257/.348 over 52 games for the Red…
Hermida signs on with Oakland – WEEI Rob Bradford
Jeremy Hermida, who was released by the Red Sox last Sunday, has signed a deal with the Oakland A’s, who sent the 26-year-old outfielder to Triple-A Sacramento. Hermida had been playing with Triple-A Pawtucket prior to the Sox releasing him, having h
43 years with the Sox… and counting – Boston Globe, Marvin Pave
Sitting behind home plate at LeLacheur Park on a sultry late-summer evening, Dick Berardino does not need a computer, or a radar gun, to evaluate the fielding prowess or base-running habits of the hometown Spinners.
Red Sox-White Sox: Pitching probables – ESPN Boston blog, Joe McDonald
Here are the probable pitching matchups for the Red Sox-White Sox series: Saturday, September 4 — Game 1 (1:05 p.m.): RHP Clay Buchholz vs. LHP John DanksSaturday, September 4 — Game 2 (7:10 p.m.): RHP John Lackey vs. RHP Gavin FloydSunday, Septemb
Manny: I would have come back to Boston – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
Manny Ramirez was at Fenway before the game was called off and told a small group of reporters (and NESN) that he regretted how his tenure with the Red Sox ended in 2008. “I think everything was my fault,”…
Manny: ‘Everything was my fault’ – Boston Herald Blog
Manny Ramirez’ latest return to Fenway Park, this time as a member of the White Sox, was postponed tonight in anticipation of the arrival of Hurricane Earl.But that didn’t stop him from speaking with a group of reporters outside the visiting club
An Ill Wind Blows – Boston Dirt Dogs blog
Manny Being Sorry… former slugger says it was all his fault. And he would have come back to Boston.
Manny being Manny — again – MLB blog, Ian Browne
Who can figure Manny out? The newest member of the Chicago White Sox is back in Boston for the second time this season, but far more talkative than in his first visit. Do you know that if the Red Sox…
Manny apologetic about end of Boston tenure – MLB.com, Ian Browne
Manny Ramirez was openly apologetic for the sour way his memorable tenure with the Red Sox ended.
Peter Gammons, HoF – WEEI Red Sox Audio
Peter joins the Big Show on a Friday to break down what’s left of the Red Sox season, and Manny’s return to Fenway Park with the Pale-Hose.[0:00:51] … I asked about Dustin Pedroia first of all because apparently underwent surgery the day. It was a
Manny takes the blame, would have returned to Boston – WEEI blog DJ Bean
Fresh off joining his fourth team in the Chicago White Sox, slugger Manny Ramirez reflected on his time as a member ofthe Red Sox Friday, in large part taking blame for the actions that led to his departure in 2008. The left fielder, who was unhappy
Pedroia undergoes surgery, season over – MLB.com, Ian Browne
What had seemed somewhat inevitable over the last week officially occurred on Friday, as second baseman Dustin Pedroia had surgery to repair the navicular bone in his left foot.
Rainy day notes: Pedroia has surgery, pitching matchups – Boston Herald Blog
After undergoing a CT scan this morning at Mass General, Dustin Pedroia went ahead with surgery to insert a screw into the fractured navicular bone in his left foot. Thus, Pedroia won’t play again this season, but the surgery is expected to ass
Red Sox game postponed – ESPN Boston blog, ESPNBoston.com
Tonight’s game between the Red Sox and White Sox at Fenway Park was postponed this afternoon due to a weather forecast that includes heavy rain and strong winds throughout most of the night. The teams will play a doubleheader tomorrow, with tick
Tonight’s game postponed; day-night doubleheader tomorrow – Boston Herald Blog
In anticipation of Hurricane Earl, the Red Sox have postponed tonight’s game against the White Sox in Fenway Park. The game will be played as part of a split-admission, day-night doubleheader tomorrow.According to the team, the decision was mad
Earl postpones series opener at Fenway – MLB.com, Ian Browne
With Massachusetts in a state of emergency as a result of Hurricane Earl, Friday’s series opener between Red Sox and White Sox at Fenway Park will be played Saturday as part of a doubleheader.
Pedroia has season-ending surgery – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
According to the Red Sox, Dustin Pedroia had surgery today on his fractured right foot. So that will end his season. Details to come….
Unofficially, no game tonight – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
Nothing official yet. But Clay Buchholz is coming out to throw now and that would seem to indicate that he’s not going to be pitching tonight. The scoreboard is empty, too. We’ll keep you posted. UPDATE, 2:43 p.m.: According to…
More Days in Third Place – Boston Dirt Dogs blog
Sox win again, but season can’t be saved.
August Red Sox minor league notes – ESPN Boston blog, Mike Andrews, SoxProspects.com
Here’s a look at the top August performances in the Red Sox minor league system, the not-so-impressive performances, and other notes from the penultimate month of the season. Top offensive players in August Josh Reddick, OF, Pawtucket — .350/.3
Forget Manny, what about Earl? – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
Yes, Manny Ramirez will be at Fenway Park tonight. But Earl is showing up, too. Hurricane Earl is making his way toward New England and is expected to arrive around midnight. But the rain and winds that swirl around a…
Red Sox-White Sox could be washout – ESPN Boston blog, ESPNBoston.com
With the National Weather Service predicting a 90 percent chance of rain and 40-mph wind gusts tonight in the Boston area, it seems unlikely that the Red Sox and White Sox will get their 7:10 p.m. game in at Fenway Park.The team has not yet issued a
The OF shuffle used by the Red Sox – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
To get some sense of what Terry Francona has had to deal with this season, the Red Sox have used 41 different outfield combinations through 134 games. The Sox had Jacoby Ellsbury, Mike Cameron and J.D. Drew for the first…
Red Sox coverage in today’s Globe – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
Scott Atchison helped the Red Sox hold on and beat Baltimore last night. Amalie Benjamin has the story. Dustin Pedroia is expected to have surgery today. Nick Cafardo has the story. Nick also writes about Manny Ramirez coming back to…
Memo to LA: Told you so – Boston Globe blog, Tony Massarotti
We have just a few words for the people of Los Angeles: we told you so.
Some Red Sox Nuggets! – WEEI blog Gary Marbry
Some nuggets from here and there:———————————————————————————————
Pitching matchups for the White Sox series – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
Tonight: LHP John Danks (12-9, 3.65) vs. RHP Clay Buchholz (15-5, 2.21), 7:10 p.m., NESN Saturday: RHP Gavin Floyd (9-11, 3.86) vs. RHP John Lackey (12-8, 4.60), 7:10 p.m., NESN, MLBN Sunday: LHP Mark Buehrle (12-10, 3.95) vs. RHP Josh…
Beltre invaluable to Sox, but for how long? – WEEI Alex Speier
BALTIMORE – Hours before the series finale against the Orioles, Red Sox third baseman Adrian Beltre was examining video of his swing. And he could not help but to draw in a couple of teammates. read more
Here he comes again, out of left field – Boston Globe, Nick Cafardo
There are still some things to look forward to in this Red Sox season, and one of them is this weekend series, when the White Sox bring their brand new player — Manny Ramirez — to Fenway Park.
Scutaro has been thrown off his game – Boston Globe, Amalie Benjamin
When Marco Scutaro tied Wednesday’s game with a two-run home run in the seventh inning, there was a measure of redemption. It was Scutaro who had made a throwing error in the previous night’s game that sent the Sox to a loss they couldn&#
Pedroia surgery expected today – Boston Globe, Nick Cafardo
Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia is expected to have surgery to insert a screw in his left foot today at Massachusetts General Hospital, according to a major league source.
New curriculum for former LSU standout – Boston Globe, Peter Abraham
The Red Sox invested $2.55 million to sign Anthony Ranaudo last month. Only seven players in the June draft received more. But the last thing the Sox want the righthander out of Louisiana State to do now is pitch.
Atchison helps Sox hold on against Orioles – Boston Globe, Amalie Benjamin
It was a game that could have spiraled out of control and away from the Red Sox. As Daisuke Matsuzaka lost what had made him good for the first five innings, the Sox could have imploded along the way.
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Red Sox links (54 articles) Fri. Sep. 3

Good Morning, it is Friday September 3rd, 2010 and here are some of the Red Sox links from Boston media outlets within last 24 hours.

Total of 54 articles published in that span was collected here.

About last night: Atchison, Beltre lead series victory over Orioles – Boston Herald Blog
BALTIMORE — A few notes from last night’s closer-than-it-should’ve-been 6-4 victory over the Orioles:–Daisuke Matsuzaka made his first start since Aug. 21 and said he didn’t feel any of the soreness in his back that caused h
Beat goes on for Clay Buchholz – Boston Herald, John Tomase
BALTIMORE – Before a Red Sox game in June, the home clubhouse resembled a scene out of “Romper Room.”…
Red Sox beat Orioles 6-4 to win 3-game series – Boston Globe, David Ginsburg (AP)
Adrian Beltre homered to spark a five-run second inning, and the Boston Red Sox beat the Baltimore Orioles 6-4 on Thursday night to salvage a .500 road trip.
Quick hits: Sox 6, Orioles 4 – ESPN Boston blog, Gordon Edes
BALTIMORE — Quick hits, Red Sox 6, Orioles 4:Numbers game: The Sox took two of three from the Orioles after losing two of three to the Rays on this trip. They went 3-3 while the Yankees won six in a row over the same span. The Rays took two of three
Papelbon sets record with 35th save – MLB.com, Peter Kerzel
Jonathan Papelbon not only picked up his 35th save in the Red Sox’s 6-4 victory over the Orioles on Thursday night, but right-hander also became the first closer to reach that plateau in each of his first five full Major League seasons.
Carlos Delgado comeback done – Boston Herald, Scott Lauber
BALTIMORE – The short-lived Carlos Delgado experiment is over for the Red Sox. Delgado, who signed a minor…
Judgment day for Dustin Pedroia – Boston Herald, Scott Lauber
BALTIMORE – Dustin Pedroia has an appointment to have only a CT scan, not surgery, today. But that doesn’t…
Recap: Red Sox 6, Orioles 4 – Boston Herald, Scott Lauber
Beltre’s 25th blast backs an effective Dice-K – MLB.com, Pete Kerzel
Adrian Beltre ignited a five-run second inning with a solo homer and Daisuke Matsuzaka worked five shutout innings before tiring in the sixth as the Red Sox defeated the Orioles, 6-4, on Thursday night.
Closing Time: Red Sox 6, Orioles 4 – WEEI blog Alex Speier
BALTIMORE — While speaking on Tuesday about his club, Red Sox general manager Theo Epstein could not help but admit that his team’s starting rotation had not quite been what the team had envisioned entering the season.“I think it&#8
Beltre muscles up in win over O’s – WEEI Alex Speier
BALTIMORE — Adrian Beltre clubbed his 25th homer of the year to kickstart a five-run second-inning that starter Daisuke Matsuzaka and the Red Sox bullpen made stand up in a 6-4 victory over the Orioles. Beltre went deep for the second time in as ma
Rough Rockies debut for Delcarmen – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
Manny Delcarmen pitched his first game for the Colorado Rockies tonight. He came in during the seventh inning with the Rockies up 7-6, no outs and nobody on base. Here’s what happened: • Jayson Werth home run to left •…
Lugo still drawing a big check from Sox – ESPN Boston blog, Gordon Edes
BALTIMORE — Seeing Julio Lugo here in an Orioles uniform served as a reminder that the Red Sox are still paying the salaries of four players not wearing their uniform: Lugo, Billy Wagner, Boof Bonser, and Alex Gonzalez.The biggest outlay is the $9 m
JP Ricciardi, ESPN Analyst – WEEI Red Sox Audio
JP joined the Big Show to scoop some dirt on the grave that is the 2010 Boston Red Sox season. Cue the dirge ![0:01:49] … Reason a masking is you know you know Manny Delcarmen he’s a native of Boston his entire secure Major League careers and spent
Francona impressed wih Kalish’s instincts – MLB.com,
Rookie center fielder Ryan Kalish continues to make a positive impression on manager Terry Francona, who wrote the 22-year-old’s name in his starting lineup for a second consecutive night on Thursday.
Varitek might be nearing rehab stint – MLB.com,
Catcher Jason Varitek tested his fractured right foot by running hard from first base to third base before Thursday’s game against the Orioles.
Manny heading back to Fenway on Friday – MLB.com,
The arrival of the White Sox on Friday at Fenway Park for a three-game weekend series means the return — again — of former Red Sox standout Manny Ramirez.
Sox-Orioles game updates – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
Top 2nd: Red Sox 5, Orioles 0 The hits just keep on coming. David Ortiz broke the shift with a two-run single to left field with two outs. Ortiz was 1-for-9 in the series before the hit. Beltre struck out…
Boston’s Pedroia concedes surgery possible on foot – Boston Globe, David Ginsburg (AP)
Boston Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia is bracing for the possibility of having season-ending surgery on his broken left foot.
Pedroia: Surgery ‘probably the best idea’ – WEEI blog Alex Speier
BALTIMORE – Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia awoke to hear the reports that he would be having surgery on Friday to insert a screw in his left foot. That was news to him.“I woke up today and heard our team sources said I need surgery
Buchholz wins pitcher of month honors – ESPN Boston blog, Gordon Edes
BALTIMORE — Red Sox pitcher Clay Buchholz was named American League pitcher of the month for August, his performance placing him in some impressive company in Red Sox annals.Buchholz went 4-0 with a 1.03 earned run average in six August starts. Acco
Buchholz AL top pitcher in August – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
BALTIMORE – Clay Buchholz was named the American League pitcher of the month for August. Buchholz was 4-0 with a 1.03 ERA in six starts, five of which were seven innings or more and allowed no more than one earned…
CT scan will determine Pedroia’s status – WEEI Alex Speier
BALTIMORE — Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia said Thursday in Baltimore that while he has not made a decision yet regarding surgery, he will have a better idea following a CT scan on Friday. Pedroia suffered a non-displaced fracture of the navi
Buchholz named AL Pitcher of Month – WEEI Alex Speier
BALTIMORE — On Thursday, Red Sox starting pitcher Clay Buchholz was named the American League Pitcher of the Month for August. Buchholz made six starts in August, finishing the month with a 4-0 record and an ERA of 1.03. For the season the right-han
Bautista, Buchholz garner August AL honors – MLB.com, Jonathan Mayo
Major League Baseball announced Thursday that Toronto slugger Jose Bautista and Boston right-hander Clay Buchholz have been named the American League’s top hitter and pitcher for August.
Boston Red Sox’s Dustin Pedroia: Foot surgery is ‘probably the best idea’ – ESPN Boston, Gordon Edes
Dustin Pedroia acknowledged Thursday that foot surgery is “probably the best idea.”
Pedroia’s foot reportedly needs surgery – MLB.com, Jonathan Mayo
On Wednesday, the Red Sox said second baseman Dustin Pedroia’s injured left foot was improving. On Thursday, the Boston Globe was reporting he would have surgery on that foot on Friday.
Lineups: Matsuzaka looks for No. 9 – WEEI Alex Speier
In the finale of their three-game series with the Orioles, the Red Sox will field the same lineup that earned them a 9-6 victory the night before. Daisuke Matsuzaka (8-4, 4.19 ERA) will be on the hill as he seeks his ninth win of the season against B
Game 134: Red Sox at Orioles – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
Here are the lineups: RED SOX (75-58) Scutaro SS Drew RF Martinez C Ortiz DH Beltre 3B Lowrie 2B Lowell 1B Nava LF Kalish CF Pitching: RHP Daisuke Matsuzaka (8-4, 4.19) ORIOLES (49-84) Roberts 2B Markakis RF Wigginton 1B Scott…
Pedroia to have CT scan, maybe surgery, tomorrow – Boston Herald Blog
BALTIMORE — At this moment, Dustin Pedroia doesn’t have an appointment to have surgery on his left foot.That doesn’t mean he won’t spend tomorrow on an operating table.Pedroia will fly home with the Red Sox after tonight&#8217
Report: Delgado won’t play due to hip tear – WEEI Alex Speier
According to the Boston Herald, first baseman Carlos Delgado has a small tear in his left hip that will prevent him from playing with the Red Sox. The 38-year-old, who signed a minor league deal with the Sox in August, was examined by Dr. Marc Philli
How will Manny get along in Chicago? – Globe 10.0
in this episode of Globe 10.0, Joe Sullivan and Dan Shaughnessy debate just how well Manny Ramirez will get along in Chicago with manager Ozzie Guillen. (By Alan Miller, Globe Staff)
Report: Pedroia set for surgery – WEEI Rob Bradford
According to the Boston Globe, Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia is expected to have surgery Friday to insert a screw into his injured left foot. Pedroia has a non-displaced fracture of the navicular bone, suffered when fouling a ball off the foo
Jaworkski: Patriots offense can be ‘dynamic’ – WEEI Rob Bradford
Joining Dale Arnold and Christopher Price on the Dale & Holley Show Thursday afternoon was ESPN analyst Ron Jaworski, who said he was very optimistic regarding the Patriots’ offense. The former NFL quarterback cited the Pats’ drafting of tight ends R
Lowell: ‘A privilege to be in this uniform’ – WEEI Alex Speier
BALTIMORE – With the Aug. 31 deadline for waiver trades having come and gone with Mike Lowell not having been dealt, the 36-year-old said that he was excited that he would be playing what are almost certainly his final weeks as a major leaguer in a R
Delgado won’t play for Red Sox – Boston Herald Blog
BALTIMORE — Carlos Delgado won’t play for the Red Sox this season.Delgado, who signed a minor-league contract last month with the hope of being a left-handed-hitting complement to fill-in first baseman Mike Lowell, has a small tear in his
Manny flying in personal barber to Boston – WEEI Rob Bradford
Manny Ramirez told ESPN.com that he will be flying in his personal barber, Angel Pena (also known as ‘LMontro’), when he comes to Boston for the White Sox’ three-game series at Fenway Park, which starts Friday. Ramirez needs Pena to cut his hair due
Report: A-Rod drops Boras as agent – WEEI Rob Bradford
According to a report by Yahoo! Sports, Yankees third baseman Alex Rodriguez has dropped Scott Boras as his agent, signing on with Pittsburgh attorney Jay Reisinger. The report states that Rodriguez fired Boras a month ago. Reisinger has been serving
Individually, plenty at stake for Sox – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
Yesterday we looked at three possible paths the Red Sox could take as a team for the remainder of this season. Now let’s look at what is at stake individually. It’s an old (and generally true) baseball axiom never to…
Pedroia expected to have surgery – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia is expected to have surgery to insert a screw in his left foot sometime tomorrow at Massachusetts General Hospital according to a major league source. Pedroia was examined last night by Massachusetts General Hospital
Improbably, Lowell a Red Sox to the end – WEEI blog Alex Speier
BALTIMORE — It was an outcome that seemed at different times unlikely or undesirable.From the time that he arrived in spring training, Red Sox infielder Mike Lowell seemed destined to be traded. He made no secret of the fact that he wanted to p
Red Sox coverage in today’s Globe – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
The Red Sox showed some life last night and came back to beat the Orioles. Amalie Benjamin has the story. Nick Cafardo writes that Jarrod Saltalamacchia could have a bright future with the Sox. The notebook focuses in on Josh…
Billick: No downside doing ‘Hard Knocks’ – WEEI Rob Bradford
Former Baltimore Ravens head coach, and current Fox Sports analyst, Brian Billick weighed in on the latest edition of HBO’s ‘Hard Knocks’ featuring the New York Jets, saying, “I don’t think there is a big downside for them.” Billick’s Ravens team was
Papelbon: ‘I don’t trust radar guns’ – WEEI Rob Bradford
When asked about the 105 mph fastball reportedly thrown by Reds rookie Aroldis Chapman last Friday, Red Sox closer Jonathan Papelbon said during his team’s recent series against the Rays, “I’ve seen it,” citing the time he clocked then-Detroit minor-
Report: Woods to pay Elin $54 million by ’16 – WEEI Rob Bradford
According to the Palm Beach Post, the divorce settlement between Tiger Woods and his ex-wife, Elin Nordegren, mandates that the PGA star pay Nordegren $54 million by 2016 or risk losing his newly-built property in Jupiter Island, Florida. The report
Bullish on Beckett? Why the Sox see hope in struggles – WEEI Alex Speier
BALTIMORE – Josh Beckett has been here before, searching for answers in a season considered – by himself, by others – as a terrible disappointment. read more
Can’t Quit Stroking – Boston Dirt Dogs blog
Bats still smoking. Beltre, Scutaro, Drew come up big in Baltimore.
Papelbon: ‘I don’t trust radar guns’ – WEEI blog Rob Bradford
When asked about the 105 mph fastball reportedly thrown by Reds rookie Aroldis Chapman last Friday, Red Sox closer Jonathan Papelbon said during his team’s recent series against the Rays, “I’ve seen it,” citing the time he clo
Nobody knows fastballs like Papelbon knows fastballs – WEEI Rob Bradford
One hundred and five? No big deal.”Yeah, I’ve seen it,” said Red Sox closer Jonathan Papelbon.read more
Beckett sees spoils to be won – Boston Globe, Amalie Benjamin
Josh Beckett knows that while he can’t quite make amends for a season cut short by injuries, he can make something happen in his last four or five starts. Perhaps that might take some of the sting out of a season that he calls “pretty fru
Hoping to mine the best out of Salty – Boston Globe, Nick Cafardo
He walked into the visiting clubhouse at Camden Yards soaking wet from head to toe, after a workout. Nobody had thrown water on Jarrod Saltalamacchia (the way Pete Carroll did with Bruce Armstrong so it would appear that Armstrong passed the conditio
Red Sox show a little life – Boston Globe, Amalie Benjamin
By the time the baseball dropped into the seats, just beyond the grasp of Felix Pie, it seemed the atmosphere in the ballpark had changed. There were cheers, all over the park, cheers as the suddenly-playing-for-their-season Red Sox moved into a siza
Piecing together a few things – Boston Globe, Dan Shaughnessy
Picked-up pieces while waiting for Manny Ramirez and Tiger Woods to return to our region this weekend.
About last night: Scutaro, VMart, Beltre are Sox’ reason to believe – Boston Herald Blog
BALTIMORE — Can’t think of a reason why the Red Sox, given their fast-fading playoff hopes, shouldn’t just wave the white flag and look ahead to next year?Here are three: Marco Scutaro, Victor Martinez and Adrian Beltre.For most of the seas
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Red Sox links (47 articles) Thu. Sep. 2

Good Morning, it is Thursday September 2nd, 2010 and here are some of the Red Sox links from Boston media outlets within last 24 hours.

Total of 47 articles published in that span was collected here.

Jon Lester just O’s so fine – Boston Herald, Scott Lauber
BALTIMORE – The way things were going last night, Jon Lester was sure his mastery of the Orioles was over. …
Pedroia’s sore left foot shows improvement – MLB.com, Pete Kerzel
Second baseman Dustin Pedroia and catcher Jason Varitek were examined at Camden Yards by a team physician before Wednesday’s 9-6 victory vs. the Orioles, and both will undergo bone scans on their injured feet on Friday in Boston, manager Terry Franco
Red Sox rally to beat Orioles 9-6 – Boston Globe, David Ginsburg (AP)
Marco Scutaro and Adrian Beltre homered in a six-run seventh inning, and the Boston Red Sox beat Baltimore 9-6 on Wednesday night to provide Jon Lester with another win over the Orioles.
Varitek: ‘I’m ready to go’ – WEEI blog Alex Speier
BALTIMORE — Red Sox catcher Jason Varitek, following an examination of his left foot by Dr. George Theodore on Wednesday, said that he expects that he will be cleared to play following a CT scan on Friday. Barring an unexpected development, Var
Varitek: ‘I’m ready to go’ – WEEI Alex Speier
BALTIMORE – Red Sox catcher Jason Varitek, following an examination of his left foot by Dr. George Theodore on Wednesday, said that he expects that he will be cleared to play following a CT scan on Friday. Barring an unexpected development, Varitek –
Umpire hurt in Red Sox-Orioles game – MLB.com, Brittany Ghiroli
Home-plate umpire Tom Hallion left the Red Sox-Orioles game with two outs in the bottom of the ninth inning after being hit in the left arm by Nick Markakis’ foul ball.
Bold Tim Bogar waves in a winner – Boston Herald, John Tomase
BALTIMORE – Tim Bogar has taken some heat for his decisions this year, but last night the Red Sox third base coach’s…
Josh Beckett blames himself – Boston Herald, John Tomase
BALTIMORE – Josh Beckett agrees with Red Sox fans the world over. He deserves plenty of blame for the team’s…
Recap: Bats save Jon Lester – Boston Herald, Scott Lauber
Closing Time: Red Sox 9, Orioles 6 – WEEI blog Alex Speier
BALTIMORE — The Red Sox appeared to be condemned to another defeat, and more lost ground in the standings. Jon Lester fell flat out of the gate, allowing five runs in the first two innings, and with the Sox having an offense that had been strip
Late long balls pick up Lester, Boston – MLB.com, Pete Kerzel
Marco Scutaro and Adrian Beltre homered in a six-run seventh inning, sandwiching no-doubt-about-it blasts around Victor Martinez’s decisive RBI double and helping the Red Sox rally for a 9-6 victory over the Orioles on Wednesday night.
Sox lineup erupts in win over O’s – WEEI Alex Speier
BALTIMORE — The Red Sox appeared well on their way to a fourth straight loss before a seventh-inning eruption continued Jon Lester’s incredible winning streak against the Orioles. read more
Iglesias among prospects heading to AFL – MLB.com, Pete Kerzel
The Red Sox have announced six of the seven farmhands that will represent the organization this year on the Arizona Fall League’s Peoria Javelinas.
Beckett working at ironing out kinks – MLB.com, Pete Kerzel
Josh Beckett’s numbers remain unsightly, but two consecutive decent starts have the right-hander feeling better about his recovery from a strained back and what he can offer the Red Sox in his final handful of starts down the stretch run.
Despite sore shoulder, Scutaro stays in lineup – MLB.com, Pete Kerzel
Despite inflammation in his right rotator cuff, an injury that was partly to blame for an errant throw that led to a costly unearned run in Tuesday’s 5-2 loss to the Orioles, Marco Scutaro was back at shortstop Wednesday night.
Saltalamacchia soaking it all in – MLB.com, Pete Kerzel
Jarrod Saltalamacchia has one goal during the final 30 games of the season: Learn all he can.
Doubront has strained pectoral muscle – MLB.com, Pete Kerzel
Red Sox left-hander Felix Doubront, who surrendered two solo homers in an inning of relief against the Orioles on Tuesday night, returned to Boston early Wednesday to have a sore chest muscle examined.
PawSox reschedule Pops concert – ESPN Boston blog, Gordon Edes
Pawtucket Red Sox public relations man Bill Wanless passes along word that the scheduled concert at McCoy Stadium on Saturday night, featuring the Boston Pops and special guest Kenny Loggins, has been rescheduled for Friday, Sept. 10 at 7:30 p.m. bec
Red Sox-Orioles game updates – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
Bottom 1st: Orioles 4, Red Sox 1 Et tu Jon Lester? Yikes, what a horrible inning for Lester.With one out he allowed singles to Julio Lugo and Nick Markakis before hitting Ty Wigginton with a pitch to load the bases….
Video: The Full Count Show – WEEI blog Carlson Mozdiez
This week, Alex Speier gives you a crazy stat about Josh Beckett, recaps the Rays series and gives you five reasons why the Sox playoff hopes are fading.
Pawtucket Red Sox first baseman Carlos Delgado flies to Colorado to consult surgeon about hip – ESPN Boston, Gordon Edes
Pawtucket Red Sox first baseman Carlos Delgado flies to Colorado to consult surgeon about hip.
Pregame notes: Doubront’s diagnosis, Scutaro’s shoulder, plus lineup – Boston Herald Blog
BALTIMORE — A few notes before the Red Sox and Orioles get underway here in steamy Camden Yards:–Rookie reliever Felix Doubront was diagnosed with a mild strain of his upper pectoral muscle on his right (non-throwing) side, according to m
Tests show Red Sox reliever Felix Doubront has a mild pectoral strain – ESPN Boston, Gordon Edes
Tests show Red Sox reliever Felix Doubront has a mild pectoral strain.
Beckett takes the blame – Boston Herald Blog
BALTIMORE — One day after tossing seven solid innings against the Orioles, Josh Beckett said his poor — and injury-interrupted — season is among the biggest reasons the Red Sox are a long shot to make the playoffs.“All that ti
Manny to have dreadlocks trimmed in Boston – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
Montro, barber to the sports stars, has texted to tell me he will be doing Manny Ramirez’ hair in Boston either on Thursday or Friday. Ramirez’ dreadlocks have already become an issue in Chicago where team owner Jerry Reinsdorf has…
Lineup: Sox vs. Orioles – ESPN Boston blog, ESPNBoston.com
Here’s the Red Sox lineup for tonight’s game against the Orioles:1. Marco Scutaro, SS2. J.D. Drew, RF3. Victor Martinez, C4. David Ortiz, DH5. Adrian Beltre, 3B6. Jed Lowrie, 2B7. Mike Lowell, 1B8. Daniel Nava, LF9. Ryan Kalish, CFLHP — Jon Lester
Beckett: ‘All that time I missed, that hurt us’ – WEEI Alex Speier
BALTIMORE — Speaking prior to the Red Sox’ game with the Orioles at Camden Yards Wednesday night, Josh Beckett said that his absence absolutely contributed to where the Sox find themselves in the standings. “Absolutely,” the pitcher said. “All that
Beckett: ‘All that time I missed, that hurt us’ – WEEI blog Alex Speier
BALTIMORE — Speaking prior to the Red Sox’ game with the Orioles at Camden Yards Wednesday night, Josh Beckett said that his absence absolutely contributed to where the Sox find themselves in the standings. “Absolutely,” the p
Red Sox expand September roster – ESPN Boston blog, ESPNBoston.com
With the September roster expansion, the Red Sox activated three more players today. Infielder/outfielder Eric Patterson and catcher Jarrod Saltalamacchia were reinstated from the 15-day disabled list and left-handed pitcher Dustin Richardson was rec
Pregame news from Baltimore – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
Felix Doubront had an MRI and CT Scan on his neck/shoulder area and both were negative. Doubront was sent back home after last night’s game (in which he allowed a pair of solo homers). He has a mild strain of…
Looking at the precedents for a Red Sox comeback – WEEI blog Alex Speier
BALTIMORE — Has it been done? Yes. Often? No.It is now Sept. 1, and the Red Sox are eight games back in the division and seven games back in the wild card race. It is difficult to understate the magnitude of that deficit.No team has ever erased
Lineups: Scutaro remains at shortstop – WEEI Alex Speier
BALTIMORE — One day after he committed a game-changing throwing error that some teammates felt was influenced by the state of his injured rotator cuff, Marco Scutaro remains in the Red Sox lineup as the leadoff hitter and shortstop. Ryan Kalish, who
Game 133: Red Sox at Orioles – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
Here are the lineups: RED SOX (74-58) Scutaro-SS Drew-RF VMart-C Ortiz-DH Beltre-3B Lowrie-2B Lowell-1B Nava-LF Kalish-CF Pitching: LHP Jon Lester (14-8, 3.12) ORIOLES (49-83) TBA Pitching: RHP Jake Arrieta (4-6, 5.10) Game time: 7:05 p.m. TV/Radio:
Hit me with it! Just give it to me straight! – Boston Globe blog, Chad Finn
Baseball Prospectus, this morning: There’s a 6.32545 percent chance the Sox will make the postseason. Lloyd Christmas to whatever Lauren Holly’s character was named: So you’re telling me there’s a chance? All right, so even an unabashed and occasiona
Terry Francona, Red Sox Manager – WEEI Red Sox Audio
Terry discussed at length Saturday’s game against Tampa Bay including his feelings on JD Drew’s decision to make the catch in foul territory, what happened with Clay Buchholz throwing over to first with Carlos Pena on base, why Scott Atchison started
What happens now for the Red Sox? – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
September has arrived and the Red Sox are seven games out of a playoff spot with 30 games left to play. There are approximately three ways this can go: Out on their shields: That would require going 17-13 or 18-12…
Doubront sent back to Boston with neck pain – ESPN Boston blog, ESPNBoston.com
Add one more to the list of walking wounded for the Boston Red Sox. Manager Terry Francona said during his weekly interview on Boston sports radio station WEEI on Wednesday afternoon that the team sent rookie lefthanded reliever Felix Doubront back t
Did the Red Sox front office do enough? – Globe 10.0
Pain in the neck: Doubront sent home to get checked – Boston Herald Blog
BALTIMORE — Here’s one possible explanation for why rookie left-hander Felix Doubront left two pitches over the plate to be hit for home runs in the eighth inning last night: He has a neck injury.Doubront has been sent back to Boston toda
Francona on D&H: Doubront dealing with neck problem – WEEI blog Jay Asser
Red Sox manager Terry Francona joined the Dale & Holley show on Wednesday for his weekly conversation and revealed that Felix Doubront was sent back to Boston due to suffering neck pain on his non-throwing side.“On his non-pitching side of his
Flying South – Boston Dirt Dogs blog
Sox caught looking like they just want this thing to end.
Red Sox coverage in today’s Globe – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
An ill-timed error by Marco Scutaro helped lead to the Red Sox losing 5-2 against Baltimore. Nick Cafardo writes that the fate of the team is apparent and there are plenty of signs that the season is done. The notebook…
Red Sox vs. Orioles matchups, 9/1 – WEEI blog Jay Asser
With the Red Sox sinking deeper and deeper into a hole for both the AL East and wild card race, Jon Lester will look to provide something positive on Wednesday night when he takes the mound at Camden Yards. The Orioles will counter with rookie Jake A
Jerry Remy, NESN – WEEI Red Sox Audio
The Remdog joins Dennis and Callahan to break down what has gone wrong over the last month for the 2010 Boston Red Sox[0:07:36] … We know one personal believable and actually it’s Manny Delcarmen and I was surprised to hear Theo called him make quo
Remy on D&C: Players have something to play for – WEEI blog Jay Asser
NESN Red Sox analyst Jerry Remy made his weekly appearance on the Dennis & Callahan show Wednesday morning and said he doesn’t believe the Sox have given up on the season yet.“Have they turned the page yet toward next year? No, they haven
With Scutaro impaired, is it time for Lowrie to play short? – WEEI Alex Speier
BALTIMORE – It is becoming painful to watch Marco Scutaro, but that is nothing compared with how painful it is to be Marco Scutaro.read more
Air of defeat settles over Red Sox – WEEI Alex Speier
BALTIMORE – On Tuesday afternoon, Red Sox general manager Theo Epstein said that hope had not been extinguished.read more
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Red Sox links (52 articles) Wed. Sep. 1

Good Morning, it is Wednesday September 1st, 2010 and here are some of the Red Sox links from Boston media outlets within last 24 hours.

Total of 52 articles published in that span was collected here.

Delcarmen dealt to Rockies for prospect – Boston Globe, Amalie Benjamin
In a move general manager Theo Epstein said does not signal the Red Sox giving up on the season, reliever Manny Delcarmen was sent to Colorado along with cash considerations yesterday for Single A pitcher Chris Balcom-Miller . Instead, said the GM, i
This Rocket is in a different orbit, a different world – Boston Globe, Bob Ryan
Try this one on for size. I, Roger Clemens, absolutely, positively never took steroids, never took HGH, never, in fact, received injections for anything except a flu shot.
GM not in giving mood – Boston Globe, Nick Cafardo
We have officially reached that “funny time’’ in the season when many pundits have declared the season over for the Red Sox , yet the team just can’t bring itself to hear the fat lady singing yet.
Sox scuffle along – Boston Globe, Amalie Benjamin
BALTIMORE — Marco Scutaro nearly threw his glove to the ground, his disgust and frustration clearly evident. The Red Sox shortstop had just made a bad throw past second base and into right field, as the Orioles scored two runs on a soft grounde
Hermida given outright release – ESPN Boston blog, ESPNBoston.com
Help is on the way for the beleaguered Red Sox when rosters expand on Wednesday, but not from Jeremy Hermida.The Sox said after Tuesday’s listless loss at Baltimore that they had released Hermida, acquired this past offseason from Florida. Hermida ha
Theo Epstein keeping it real – Boston Herald, John Tomase
BALTIMORE – Let’s get one thing straight: Theo Epstein did not give up on the Red Sox this season. He…
Rocky end for Manny Delcarmen – Boston Herald, Scott Lauber
BALTIMORE – In 2006, when injuries ravaged the Red Sox roster and left them 6 1/4 games out of a playoff spot by…
Hermida released from PawSox – MLB.com, Pete Kerzel
Following their 5-2 loss to the Orioles on Tuesday night, the Red Sox announced they had released outfielder Jeremy Hermida from Triple-A Pawtucket.
Red Sox grant Hermida his outright release – WEEI Rob Bradford
The Red Sox released outfielder Jeremy Hermida Tuesday night. The move came after the team decided not to promote Hermida when the roster expands on Sept. 1. The 26-year-old had been playing with Triple A Pawtucket since accepting an assignment to th
Injury pains Marco Scutaro, hurts play – Boston Herald, John Tomase
BALTIMORE – Here’s how bad Marco Scutaro’s right shoulder has become: The Red Sox shortstop must tinker…
Recap: Sox fall flat in series opener in Baltimore – Boston Herald, Scott Lauber
For 1st time, players look beaten – Boston Herald, John Tomase
BALTIMORE – For the first time last night, the Red Sox finally looked like a beaten team. Following a 5-2…
Red Sox set roster for Arizona Fall League – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
The Red Sox will send seven players to the Arizona Fall League, the prospect-laden finishing school for future big leaguers. The Peoria Javelinas roster will include: RHP Seth Garrison SS Jose Iglesias C Ryan Lavarnway OF Juan Carlos Linares RHP…
Red Sox trade Manny Delcarmen to Rockies in exchange for Single-A pitcher Chris Balcom-Miller – ESPN Boston, Gordon Edes
The Red Sox traded Manny Delcarmen to the Rockies for a minor league pitcher.
Closing Time: Orioles 5, Red Sox 2 – WEEI blog Alex Speier
BALTIMORE — An Orioles team that has been an easy mark for numerous teams for much of the 2010 season continued to give the Red Sox fits on Tuesday night. Just hours after Red Sox GM Theo Epstein said that his team needed to get “really h
Matusz leads Orioles past skidding Red Sox 5-2 – Boston Globe, David Ginsburg (AP)
As the AL East race heads into September, the Baltimore Orioles aren’t playing like a last-place team anymore and the Boston Red Sox no longer have the look of a contender.
Sox sink deeper with loss to O’s – WEEI Alex Speier
BALTIMORE — The Red Sox dug themselves a deeper hole in the race for the postseason, dropping the series opener against the Orioles, 5-2, Tuesday night at Camden Yards. The Sox finished going 1-for-6 with runners in scoring position, leaving the tyi
Red Sox release Jeremy Hermida – Boston Herald Blog
BALTIMORE — After tonight’s 5-2 loss to the Orioles, the Red Sox announced they have released outfielder Jeremy Hermida.Hermida, acquired last November from the Florida Marlins in a trade for two minor leaguers, had been informed he wasn&
Sox release Jeremy Hermida – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
The purge is on. Jeremy Hermida was released tonight. The Sox outfielder had been playing at Pawtucket. In 66 at-bats, he hit .288 with two homers and 12 RBI. Hermida was able to recover from five fractured ribs in five…
End of the line for the Red Sox? – Boston Herald Blog
BALTIMORE — To general manager Theo Epstein, it will be obvious when the Red Sox no longer have a realistic chance to reach the playoffs. “It’s like the Supreme Court said about pornography,” Epstein said today. “You know it when you se
Scutaro’s error proves costly in loss to O’s – MLB.com, Pete Kerzel
Josh Beckett pitched well enough to win and Jed Lowrie hit a two-run homer, but the Red Sox’s run of bad luck on the road continued Tuesday night in a 5-2 loss to the resurgent Orioles.
Westmoreland working out with Spinners – MLB.com, Pete Kerzel
Less than six months after he underwent surgery to remove a cavernous malformation on his brain stem, Red Sox prospect Ryan Westmoreland has rejoined the Class A Lowell Spinners to familiarize himself with baseball life once again.
Salty, Patterson to be activated Wednesday – MLB.com, Pete Kerzel
Catcher Jarrod Saltalamacchia and utility man Eric Patterson have rejoined the Red Sox and are targeted to be activated Wednesday, when rosters are expanded to 40 players.
Epstein not raising white flag on season – MLB.com, Pete Kerzel
General manager Theo Epstein looks at the standings and knows the dire straits that face the Red Sox.
Westmoreland takes an important step in long journey back – WEEI blog Tom Layman
LOWELL – Six months ago, Ryan Westmoreland literally needed to be held up by his belt to take swings with a whiffle ball bat in the hospital.On Tuesday, the 20-year-old Red Sox prospect showed some encouraging signs as he participated in anothe
Theo: ‘Trying to catch lightning in a bottle’ – ESPN Boston blog, Gordon Edes
BALTIMORE — This wasn’t the Red Sox throwing up their hands as they did on the last day of August four years ago, when they traded David Wells to the San Diego Padres.Just think back to last weekend in Tropicana Field, when Manny Delcarmen was
Delcarmen traded to Rox for Minor Leaguer – MLB.com, Pete Kerzel
Tired of being teased by his potential and cognizant that they have more consistent relievers to rely upon, the Red Sox on Tuesday traded right-hander Manny Delcarmen and cash considerations to the Colorado Rockies for Minor League right-hander Chris
Sox bull(pen)ish on Doubront? – WEEI blog Alex Speier
BALTIMORE — Part of the reason that Manny Delcarmen became expendable was that he had been bypassed by a teammate.Delcarmen’s struggles forced the Sox to see if they could find viable alternatives to him. The role that he once occupied, h
Red Sox-Orioles game updates – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
Top 3rd Red Sox 1, Orioles 0 Sox squandered a chance with Bill Hall doubling to left. But he was stranded there with one out. Beckett has settled in. Bottom 1st: Orioles 1, Red Sox 0 Luke Scott stroked an…
Rockies get Delcarmen from Red Sox – MLB.com, Bailey Stephens
The Rockies and Red Sox squeezed in another trade on Tuesday afternoon, swapping reliever Manny Delcarmen for a Minor League pitcher just hours before the waiver trade deadline.
Epstein: Trade no surrender – WEEI blog Alex Speier
BALTIMORE — It’s not a white flag, the Red Sox insist.Yes, the Red Sox have parted with a member of their big league club on the Aug. 31 deadline for waiver trades, and yes, they got a 21-year-old, Single-A prospect in return. The deal th
Theo: Trading Delcarmen isn’t akin to waiving white flag – Boston Herald Blog
BALTIMORE — In 2006, when injuries ravaged the Red Sox’ roster and left them eight games out of first place on Aug. 31, they dealt pitcher David Wells to the Padres for a player to be named (eventually, backup catcher George Kottaras). Th
Pregame news from Baltimore – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
Theo Epstein said there wasn’t likely to be another deal on the way before tonight’s player roster deadline. He said the team had been working on a couple of deals which would have made an impact, but neither happened. “We’ve…
Red Sox trade Manny Delcarmen to Rockies – Boston Herald, Scott Lauber
BALTIMORE – On the final day for waiver trades, the Red Sox have dealt reliever Manny Delcarmen and cash considerations…
Sox trade Delcarmen to Rockies – WEEI Alex Speier
BALTIMORE– The Red Sox have traded reliever Manny Delcarmen and cash to the Colorado Rockies in exchange for minor-league RHP Chris Balcom-Miller. The Sox were open to trading Delcarmen prior to the July 31 trade deadline, but felt that the return f
Sox press release on Delcarmen trade – WEEI blog Alex Speier
BALTIMORE– Here is the Red Sox press release on Tuesday’s trade that sent Manny Delcarmen to the Colorado Rockies in exchange for minor-league RHP Chris Balcom-Miller:BOSTON, MA – The Boston Red Sox today traded right-handed pitcher Manny
Delcarmen dealt to Rockies – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
Growing up in Hyde Park and starring at West Roxbury High School, Manny Delcarmen dreamed of pitching for the Red Sox. For nearly six full seasons, the righthander fulfilled his dream, even contributing as a key setup man to the…
Making a run or playing out the string? – Boston Herald Blog
BALTIMORE — So, while the Red Sox were idle here last night, both the Rays and Yankees won again. Thus, as the Sox open a three-game series here on the final night of August, they’re seven games behind Tampa Bay and New York for a playoff
Sox lineup: Beckett starts the series opener – WEEI Alex Speier
BALTIMORE –The Red Sox open a three-game series with the Orioles Tuesday at Camden Yards. The Sox (74-57) start the series a full seven games behind Tampa Bay and New York in the AL East and wild card race. Josh Beckett (4-3, 6.50 ERA) takes the hil
Lineup: Sox vs. Orioles – ESPN Boston blog, ESPNBoston.com
Here’s the lineup for tonight’s game against Baltimore:1. Marco Scutaro, SS2. Darnell McDonald, CF3. Victor Martinez, C4. David Ortiz, DH5. Adrian Beltre, 3B6. Mike Lowell, 1B7. J.D. Drew, RF8. Jed Lowrie, 2B9. Bill Hall, LFRHP — Josh Beckett
Red Sox trade Manny Delcarmen to Rockies – Boston Herald Blog
BALTIMORE — On the final day for waiver trades, the Red Sox have dealt reliever Manny Delcarmen and cash considerations to the Rockies for minor-league pitcher Chris Balcom-Miller.Delcarmen, 28, was 3-2 with a 4.70 ERA, 32 strikeouts and 28 wal
New Red Sox podcast: Slipping away – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
Nick Cafardo and Chad Finn discuss the Red Sox’ slim postseason chances, roster moves they could make and should have made, and Manny Ramirez return to Fenway with Sox of a different color. var path = “http://cache.boston.com/multimedia/features/2008
Game 132: Red Sox at Orioles – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
After a day off, the Sox are at Camden Yards. Here are the lineups: RED SOX (74-57) Scutaro-SS McDonald-CF Martinez-C Ortiz-DH Beltre-3B Lowell-1B Drew-RF Lowrie-2B Hall-LF Pitching: RHP Josh Beckett (4-3, 6.50) ORIOLES (48-83) TBA Pitching: LHP Bria
Ask Amalie: What’s up with Beltre, Beckett, and the ‘hanging Sox’ caps? – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
Red Sox beat reporter Amalie Benjamin’s responses to reader inquiries moves to a weekly format from now until the end of the season.
Patterson, Saltalamacchia rejoin Sox – WEEI Alex Speier
BALTIMORE — Outfielder Eric Patterson and catcher Jarrod Saltalamacchia have rejoined the Red Sox in Baltimore after concluding their rehab assignments with Triple-A Pawtucket. Patterson, who went on the disabled list on Aug. 17 (retroactive to Aug.
Beckett close to making unwanted history – WEEI blog Alex Speier
This was not the kind of entry into the Red Sox record books that Josh Beckett could have ever envisioned.Amidst an exceedingly difficult season that has seen the Opening Day starter struggle to be healthy (he missed more than two months with a back
A Few Quick Red Sox Nuggets – WEEI blog Gary Marbry
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Red Sox coverage in today’s Globe – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
Dan Shaughnessy writes that now it’s official,the Sox are finished. Ryan Kalish has given the Red Sox some energy since being called up. Amalie Benjamin has the story The notebook has Josh Beckett hoping to go deeper into the game…
The Red Sox’ lost weekend – Boston Herald, John Tomase
A lot more than any one series has contributed to the Red Sox being on the outside looking in as far as the playoffs…
Also New on NESN – Boston Dirt Dogs blog
Theo Epstein and The Holy Grail. Starring the 2010 Boston Red Sox as the Black Knight.
Pitching matchups for the Orioles series – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
Tonight: RHP Josh Beckett (4-3, 6.50) vs. LHP Brian Matusz (6-12, 4.79), 7:05 p.m., NESN Wednesday: LHP Jon Lester (14-8, 3.12) vs. RHP Jake Arrieta (4-6, 5.10), 7:05 p.m., NESN Thursday: RHP Daisuke Matsuzaka (8-4, 4.19) vs. RHP Brad Bergesen…
Coasting in the East ultimately cost Sox – Boston Globe blog, Eric Wilbur
According to PECOTA, the Sox only have a 3.6 percent chance to make the playoffs. Cool Standings has them at 4.8 percent. At this point, it’s really all just Lloyd Christmas math.
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Red Sox links (24 articles) Tue. Aug. 31

Good Morning, it is Tuesday August 31st, 2010 and here are some of the Red Sox links from Boston media outlets within last 24 hours.

Total of 24 articles published in that span was collected here.

Beckett refuses to give in – Boston Globe, Peter Abraham
By his standards, the improvement Josh Beckett has made recently is minimal. But at least it’s something.
White Sox set to embrace Manny – Boston Globe, Tom Withers, Associated Press
Manny Ramirez will have to follow two nonnegotiable rules if he’s going to play for White Sox manager Ozzie Guillen.
Clemens pleads not guilty to perjury charges – Boston Globe, Bob Hohler
In a city where the mighty rise and fall with hurricane force, Red Sox legend Roger Clemens yesterday officially launched a precarious legal struggle against charges he lied to Congress to cover up his years of cheating as one of baseball’s gre
It’s official, Sox are a done deal – Boston Globe, Dan Shaughnessy
It’s liberating. We can all stop now. We can stop scoreboard watching, and doing math tricks, and harboring silly hope that there’s a big surge ahead that will thrust the Red Sox into the 2010 playoffs.
Red Sox aware of need to go on a run – Boston Herald, Scott Lauber
BALTIMORE – There were no concession speeches made as the Red Sox left Tropicana Field late Sunday night, and general…
Breakdown began in Baltimore – Boston Herald, John Tomase
BALTIMORE – And today, the Red Sox return to the scene of the crime. In a season filled with what-ifs – what…
Owner touts Terry Francona, Theo Epstein – Boston Herald, Scott Lauber
BALTIMORE – With 19 players taking a turn on the disabled list this season, and several others making return visits,…
Alternative energy – Boston Globe, Amalie Benjamin
It happened on the nights before games, mostly. Ryan Kalish was compelled to go outside and clear his head with a few rounds of soft toss. He needed the mindlessness of the exercise, in a childhood and adolescence rife with competitiveness. So, on ni
Artest: ‘Doc got one million excuses’ – WEEI Alex Speier
On his Twitter page, Lakers forward Ron Artest took issue with suggestions that his team’s triumph over the Celtics in seven games was impacted by the absence of Boston center Kendrick Perkins in the decisive Game 7 after the 7-footer blew out his kn
No deal for Napoli – ESPN Boston blog, Joe McDonald
As expected, the Boston Red Sox and Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim did not reach an agreement on catcher/first baseman Mike Napoli by Monday afternoon’s deadline. The Sox claimed the right-handed hitting Napoli off waivers, but, according to a l
Williams: Don’t count out the Red Sox – MLB.com,
If you think the battle for the American League East is a two-team race between the Yankees and Rays, you are sadly mistaken. The Red Sox are still in this thing.
No deal for Sox, Angels on Napoli – WEEI blog Alex Speier
The Red Sox, after being awarded a waiver claim last week on Angels catcher and first baseman Mike Napoli, did not reach agreement with Los Angeles on a deal involving the catcher by the time that Monday’s deadline for an agreement passed, acco
No deal by Sox, Angels for Napoli – WEEI Alex Speier
The Red Sox, after being awarded a waiver claim last week on Angels catcher and first baseman Mike Napoli, did not reach agreement with Los Angeles on a deal involving the catcher by the time that Monday’s deadline for an agreement passed, according
Mazz and Gasper weigh in on the Red Sox – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
Boston.com has two different takes on the state of the Sox today. Tony Massarotti has a well-reasoned take that the Red Sox are taking a long-term view and have been doing that from the start. But Christopher L. Gasper sharply…
Report: Sox have 1 in 10 chance of making playoffs – ESPN Boston blog, Gordon Edes
BALTIMORE — So what did losing the rubber game of their three-game set to the Tampa Bay Rays do to the Red Sox playoff chances?According to one measurement, it dropped them 7 percent, to where they now have just over a 10 percent chance of qualifyin
Manny to White Sox on waiver claim – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
The Dodgers just officially announced that Manny Ramirez had been assigned to the White Sox on a waiver claim. Ramirez is due to join the White Sox tonight in Cleveland. He’ll then come to Boston for a weekend series versus…
Beltre proves to be Boston’s ultimate warrior – MLB.com, Ian Browne
Amid a season in which almost every key Red Sox player has been hit with a disabled list stint, Adrian Beltre’s durability and production have been enormously valuable.
Are the Sox out of it? – Globe 10.0
Was Saturday the worst loss of the season? – Globe 10.0
After losses to Rays, just how far will Red Sox fade? – Boston Globe blog, Tony Massarotti
At any point, to blame it all on the injuries is rather elementary and downright blind. The Red Sox might have fared differently with Kevin Youkilis, Dustin Pedroia, and Jacoby Ellsbury in their lineup over the weekend, but Red Sox…
Manion on D&C: Clemens ‘has to take the stand’ – WEEI blog Jerry Spar
Boston lawyer Harry Manion joined the Dennis & Callahan show Monday morning to talk about the Roger Clemens situation, as the former pitcher faces his arraignment on federal perjury charges Monday afternoon in Washington. To hear the interview, v
Can You Hear Her Now? – Boston Dirt Dogs blog
As we head into September, the song remains the same.
Red Sox coverage in today’s Globe – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
The Red Sox are in trouble now after losing another game — and the series — against Tampa Bay last night. Amalie Benjamin has the story. John Lackey continued his frustrating season with another loss. Victor Martinez is catching on…
Sox will meet up with Manny again – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
The Red Sox have 31 games left to play. Seven of them, it seems, will involve Manny Ramirez. According to various reports, the Dodgers have decided to just let the White Sox have Manny on a waiver claim. Chicago will…
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Red Sox links (24 articles) Tue. Aug. 31

Good Morning, it is Tuesday August 31st, 2010 and here are some of the Red Sox links from Boston media outlets within last 24 hours.

Total of 24 articles published in that span was collected here.

Beckett refuses to give in – Boston Globe, Peter Abraham
By his standards, the improvement Josh Beckett has made recently is minimal. But at least it’s something.
White Sox set to embrace Manny – Boston Globe, Tom Withers, Associated Press
Manny Ramirez will have to follow two nonnegotiable rules if he’s going to play for White Sox manager Ozzie Guillen.
Clemens pleads not guilty to perjury charges – Boston Globe, Bob Hohler
In a city where the mighty rise and fall with hurricane force, Red Sox legend Roger Clemens yesterday officially launched a precarious legal struggle against charges he lied to Congress to cover up his years of cheating as one of baseball’s gre
It’s official, Sox are a done deal – Boston Globe, Dan Shaughnessy
It’s liberating. We can all stop now. We can stop scoreboard watching, and doing math tricks, and harboring silly hope that there’s a big surge ahead that will thrust the Red Sox into the 2010 playoffs.
Red Sox aware of need to go on a run – Boston Herald, Scott Lauber
BALTIMORE – There were no concession speeches made as the Red Sox left Tropicana Field late Sunday night, and general…
Breakdown began in Baltimore – Boston Herald, John Tomase
BALTIMORE – And today, the Red Sox return to the scene of the crime. In a season filled with what-ifs – what…
Owner touts Terry Francona, Theo Epstein – Boston Herald, Scott Lauber
BALTIMORE – With 19 players taking a turn on the disabled list this season, and several others making return visits,…
Alternative energy – Boston Globe, Amalie Benjamin
It happened on the nights before games, mostly. Ryan Kalish was compelled to go outside and clear his head with a few rounds of soft toss. He needed the mindlessness of the exercise, in a childhood and adolescence rife with competitiveness. So, on ni
Artest: ‘Doc got one million excuses’ – WEEI Alex Speier
On his Twitter page, Lakers forward Ron Artest took issue with suggestions that his team’s triumph over the Celtics in seven games was impacted by the absence of Boston center Kendrick Perkins in the decisive Game 7 after the 7-footer blew out his kn
No deal for Napoli – ESPN Boston blog, Joe McDonald
As expected, the Boston Red Sox and Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim did not reach an agreement on catcher/first baseman Mike Napoli by Monday afternoon’s deadline. The Sox claimed the right-handed hitting Napoli off waivers, but, according to a l
Williams: Don’t count out the Red Sox – MLB.com,
If you think the battle for the American League East is a two-team race between the Yankees and Rays, you are sadly mistaken. The Red Sox are still in this thing.
No deal for Sox, Angels on Napoli – WEEI blog Alex Speier
The Red Sox, after being awarded a waiver claim last week on Angels catcher and first baseman Mike Napoli, did not reach agreement with Los Angeles on a deal involving the catcher by the time that Monday’s deadline for an agreement passed, acco
No deal by Sox, Angels for Napoli – WEEI Alex Speier
The Red Sox, after being awarded a waiver claim last week on Angels catcher and first baseman Mike Napoli, did not reach agreement with Los Angeles on a deal involving the catcher by the time that Monday’s deadline for an agreement passed, according
Mazz and Gasper weigh in on the Red Sox – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
Boston.com has two different takes on the state of the Sox today. Tony Massarotti has a well-reasoned take that the Red Sox are taking a long-term view and have been doing that from the start. But Christopher L. Gasper sharply…
Report: Sox have 1 in 10 chance of making playoffs – ESPN Boston blog, Gordon Edes
BALTIMORE — So what did losing the rubber game of their three-game set to the Tampa Bay Rays do to the Red Sox playoff chances?According to one measurement, it dropped them 7 percent, to where they now have just over a 10 percent chance of qualifyin
Manny to White Sox on waiver claim – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
The Dodgers just officially announced that Manny Ramirez had been assigned to the White Sox on a waiver claim. Ramirez is due to join the White Sox tonight in Cleveland. He’ll then come to Boston for a weekend series versus…
Beltre proves to be Boston’s ultimate warrior – MLB.com, Ian Browne
Amid a season in which almost every key Red Sox player has been hit with a disabled list stint, Adrian Beltre’s durability and production have been enormously valuable.
Are the Sox out of it? – Globe 10.0
Was Saturday the worst loss of the season? – Globe 10.0
After losses to Rays, just how far will Red Sox fade? – Boston Globe blog, Tony Massarotti
At any point, to blame it all on the injuries is rather elementary and downright blind. The Red Sox might have fared differently with Kevin Youkilis, Dustin Pedroia, and Jacoby Ellsbury in their lineup over the weekend, but Red Sox…
Manion on D&C: Clemens ‘has to take the stand’ – WEEI blog Jerry Spar
Boston lawyer Harry Manion joined the Dennis & Callahan show Monday morning to talk about the Roger Clemens situation, as the former pitcher faces his arraignment on federal perjury charges Monday afternoon in Washington. To hear the interview, v
Can You Hear Her Now? – Boston Dirt Dogs blog
As we head into September, the song remains the same.
Red Sox coverage in today’s Globe – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
The Red Sox are in trouble now after losing another game — and the series — against Tampa Bay last night. Amalie Benjamin has the story. John Lackey continued his frustrating season with another loss. Victor Martinez is catching on…
Sox will meet up with Manny again – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
The Red Sox have 31 games left to play. Seven of them, it seems, will involve Manny Ramirez. According to various reports, the Dodgers have decided to just let the White Sox have Manny on a waiver claim. Chicago will…
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Red Sox links (39 articles) Mon. Aug. 30

Good Morning, it is Monday August 30th, 2010 and here are some of the Red Sox links from Boston media outlets within last 24 hours.

Total of 39 articles published in that span was collected here.

Recap: Rays 5, Red Sox 3 – Boston Herald, Scott Lauber
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — When the Red Sox walked into Tropicana Field three days ago, they had grand visions of…
Deal for Angels’ Mike Napoli unlikely – Boston Herald, John Tomase
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – The Red Sox have yet to add an impact player through the waiver process, but that doesn’t…
Red Sox turn in the wrong direction – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
For the first time this season, the Red Sox seemed to acknowledge that it’s not going to happen for them. Nobody came out and declared the season over after a 5-3 loss against the Rays. But the dreaded “yet” made…
Pena, Crawford homer to power Rays past Red Sox – Boston Globe, Fred Goodall (AP)
Carlos Pena and Carl Crawford homered to back James Shields and help Tampa Bay retain a share of first place in the AL East with a 5-3 victory over Boston on Sunday night.
Rays send Sox packing – Boston Globe, Amalie Benjamin
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — They still believe because they have to believe. The Red Sox might know, deep down, that seven games in the loss column with just 31 games to play is too much to overcome — too many bad losses, too many almosts and
Frustrated Lackey is just a bit off target – Boston Globe, Peter Abraham
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — It was for games like last night that the Red Sox awarded John Lackey a free agent contract of five years and $82.5 million. He was supposed to be a reliable, tested veteran who could handle the pressure of a pennant race
Tough choice made – Boston Globe, Amalie Benjamin
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — There was no way that Adrian Beltre was coming out of Saturday night’s game, short of a broken limb or gushing blood. A tweaked hamstring certainly wasn’t going to do it. So, not only did Beltre stay in the ga
About last night: Rays beat Lackey, Red Sox to win series – Boston Herald Blog
TAMPA, Fla. — Lots of big-picture, where-do-they-stand-now talk here last night after the Red Sox lost both the game (5-3) and the series (2-1) to the Rays at the Trop. With 31 games remaining, the Sox are 6-1/2 games behind both the Rays and Y
Martinez’s catching is now well-received – Boston Globe, Peter Abraham
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Victor Martinez was as much a first baseman as he was a catcher last season, as only 54 percent of the innings he spent on the field were behind the plate.
So, exactly how bad is it for the Red Sox? It’s been better. – WEEI Rob Bradford
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — This isn’t about where they are. It’s not about who they are. It’s about what they have. That is currently the predicament the Red Sox have found themselves in.Here is what we’re talking about:read more
‘Good stuff’ not enough – Boston Herald, Scott Lauber
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – To hear John Lackey tell it, you’d have thought he just tossed a shutout. “Probably…
Time to face truth, Red Sox – Boston Herald, John Tomase
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – They’re not good enough. It’s really that simple. We’ve been deluding…
Quick hits: Rays 5, Sox 3 – ESPN Boston blog, Joe McDonald
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — After the Boston Red Sox dropped two of three games to the Tampa Bay Rays this weekend at Tropicana Field, the notion of whether their postseason chances are still intact was on the mind of many. But not the Red Sox players.
Red Sox lose more ground with loss – WEEI Rob Bradford
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — The Red Sox dropped to 6 1/2 games in back of both Tampa Bay and the Yankees after succumbing to a 5-3 loss to the Rays in the teams’ series finale, Sunday at Tropicana Field. The Sox leave town having lost two of the series’
Closing Time: Rays 5, Red Sox 3 – WEEI blog Alex Speier
John Lackey arrived in Boston with a reputation as a big-game pitcher. On Sunday night, he failed to live up to that title. On a night when he featured perhaps his best fastball of the season as a Red Sox through the first five innings, Lackey noneth
Three-run sixth dooms Sox in rubber game – MLB.com, Ian Browne
A weekend of hope slipped away from the Red Sox, as they suffered a 5-3 loss to the Rays in the rubber match of a critical three-game series against one of the teams they are trying to catch in the standings.
Pena, Crawford homer to power Rays past Red Sox – Boston Globe, Fred Goodall (AP)
Carlos Pena and Carl Crawford homered to back James Shields and help Tampa Bay retain a share of first place in the AL East with a 5-3 victory over Boston on Sunday night.
Terry Francona – WEEI Red Sox Audio
Dave O’Bren talked to the Sox manager before tonight’s game.[0:01:35] … ball that unfortunately didn’t do what he wanted to do and and Upton hits it out. And then it’s off to the races again off to extra innings once again turned out to be in … [
Beltre: ‘I wasn’t coming out of that game’ - WEEI blog Rob Bradford
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Red Sox third baseman Adrian Beltre was back in the lineup Sunday after apparently tweaking his left hamstring while running down to first base in the eighth inning of the Sox’ 3-2 loss to the Rays Saturday night. E
Beltre: 'I wasn't coming out of that game' - WEEI Rob Bradford
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - Red Sox third baseman Adrian Beltre was back in the lineup Sunday after apparently tweaking his left hamstring while running down to first base in the eighth inning of the Sox’ 3-2 loss to the Rays Saturday night. Even tho
Why Navarro is starting at second against the Rays - WEEI blog Rob Bradford
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Yamaico Navarro got the start at second base against Tampa Bay starter James Shields Sunday night, over both Jed Lowrie and Bill Hall. Here is Terry Francona’s explanation why he went with the rookie:“Well, Sh
Lowell confident his numbers will improve - MLB.com,
Mike Lowell knows that the numbers don't look too good since a season-ending injury to Kevin Youkilis allowed him to be Boston's primary first baseman, beginning on Aug. 3.
Navarro gets a start at second base - MLB.com,
For the finale of this three-game series at Tropicana Field, manager Terry Francona switched things up at second base, giving prospect Yamaico Navarro the start.
Pre-game notes from the Trop - Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
Rookie Yamaico Navarro seems like an unusual choice to start tonight instead of Jed Lowrie or Bill Hall. Here's what Terry Francona said about it: "Well, [James] Shields is tougher on lefties. Jed hasn’t any success against him. The kid…
Red Sox-Rays game updates – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
Top of the 3rd: Red Sox 0, Rays 0 Lackey ain’t messing around. he got Pena to ground into the shift as Scutaro picked up the ball to the right of second base. He then punched out Joyce and Johnson….
“Kid, that is ridiculous” – ESPN Boston blog, Gordon Edes
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — To the surprise of absolutely no one who saw it, Ryan Kalish’s catch Saturday night was the No. 1 “play of the day” on ESPN’s SportsCenter.The Red Sox rookie center fielder ran a fly pattern before going airbo
Beltre plays on despite hamstring pain – ESPN Boston blog, Joe McDonald
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — There was no way a sore hamstring was going to keep Red Sox third baseman Adrian Beltre out of tonight’s lineup. Beltre tweaked his hamstring in the top of the eighth inning on Saturday while legging out an infield hit, b
Red Sox claim Angels’ Napoli off waivers – MLB.com,
A Major League source confirmed the Red Sox made a waiver claim for veteran catcher Mike Napoli. The Angels have until Monday to work out a trade, or they can opt to keep Napoli.
Red Sox claim Napoli – Boston Herald Blog
The Red Sox have claimed Angels catcher/first baseman Mike Napoli off waivers, according to a league source, but are unlikely to swing a deal for the power hitter. The move was instead meant largely as a defensive one to keep Napoli from reaching the
Beltre ‘good enough’ to play tonight, plus lineup – Boston Herald Blog
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Despite pulling up and grabbing his hamstring while running to first base on an infield single last night, third baseman Adrian Beltre remained in the game. And Beltre is back in the lineup again tonight, too.Asked how hi
Source: Red Sox claim Napoli – ESPN Boston blog, Joe McDonald
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — The Boston Red Sox have claimed catcher/first baseman Mike Napoli off waivers, according to a league source. The Red Sox have until Monday afternoon to work out a deal with the Angels for Napoli, but it’s unlikely the dea
Sox-Rays: Tonight’s lineup – ESPN Boston blog, ESPNBoston.com
Here’s the Red Sox lineup for tonight’s series finale at the Trop:Marco Scutaro, SSJ.D. Drew, RFVictor Martinez, CDavid Ortiz, DHAdrian Beltre, 3BMike Lowell, 1BDaniel Nava, LFDarnell McDonald, CFYamaico Navarro, 2BJohn Lackey — RHP
Source: Red Sox claim Napoli off waivers – WEEI Rob Bradford
According to a league source, the Red Sox have claimed catcher/first baseman Mike Napoli off waivers. The 28-year-old Napoli is in his fifth season with the Angels, and is hitting .249 with 21 homers and 60 RBIs in 113 games this season. ESPN.com fir
Lineups: McDonald, Navarro in vs. Shields – WEEI Rob Bradford
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — A couple of 12-game winners will take the hill Sunday night in John Lackey (12-7, 4.51 ERA) and James Shields (4.76). The Red Sox will be looking to bounce back from Saturday’s 3-2 loss in 10 innings and will field a similar l
Game 131: Red Sox at Rays – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
The relevance of the rest of the season seems to rest on tonight. Here are the lineups: RED SOX (74-56) Scutaro SS Drew RF Martinez C Ortiz DH Beltre 3B Lowell 1B Nava LF McDonald CF Navarro 2B Pitching: RHP…
The decisions that led to a costly loss – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
For an ostensibly smart team, the Red Sox made some curious decisions last night. Let’s review them in order: 7th inning: Carlos Pena was on first with one out and the Red Sox up 1-0. Pena has five stolen bases…
Breaking down Saturday’s pitching decisions – ESPN Boston blog, Gordon Edes
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Lots of unhappiness being expressed in cyberspace over Terry Francona’s pitching decisions Saturday night.Most of the criticism revolved around two issues:1. Why did Clay Buchholz start the eighth inning instead of Daniel
Red Sox coverage in today’s Globe – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
The Red Sox made some mistakes that led to a damaging 3-2 loss against the Rays. Amalie Benjamin has the story. Dan Johnson’s walk-off homer run for the Rays was reminiscent of another blast he had against the Sox. The…
Pivotal Performer: Rays closer Soriano became the key AL East newcomer – WEEI Alex Speier
A night when Scott Atchison was on the mound as the pitcher of record for the Red Sox in one of their biggest losses of the season offered a reminder.read more
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Red Sox links (33 articles) Sun. Aug. 29

Good Morning, it is Sunday August 29th, 2010 and here are some of the Red Sox links from Boston media outlets within last 24 hours.

Total of 33 articles published in that span was collected here.

Sox drop ball – Boston Globe, Amalie Benjamin
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — It was a good catch, excellent even. J.D. Drew had to vault over a pitcher’s mound in the Rays’ bullpen, contend with chairs, the wall, and scattering relief pitchers, and he still caught the ball. Except, he
Okajima returns to ’pen, but spot is filled – Boston Globe, Amalie Benjamin
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — For most of the season, the Red Sox haven’t had a reliable lefthander in the bullpen. Hideki Okajima , a mainstay the last three seasons, struggled. Dustin Richardson couldn’t pick up the slack. But with the a
Once again, Johnson’s pinch leaves a mark – Boston Globe, Peter Abraham
Bucky Dent will forever reign supreme as the most unlikely villains in Red Sox history, his home run in the 1978 one-game playoff for the Yankees was that significant.
Couture beats up Toney at Garden – WEEI Rob Bradford
UFC Hall of Famer Randy Couture, 47, beat up on James Toney in the former boxing champion’s inaugural mixed martial arts fight, at the TD Garden Saturday night. Couture submitted Toney with a arm-trnable choke 3 minutes, 19 seconds into Round 1. The
Victor Martinez Rays-ing his game vs. Tampa Bay – Boston Herald, John Tomase
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – Almost 1,500 players have stepped to the plate against the Tampa Bay Rays since they entered…
A Catch-22 for J.D. Drew – Boston Herald, Scott Lauber
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – It was the best catch that J.D. Drew never wanted to make. With the Red Sox leading…
Dan Johnson’s walkoff HR lifts Rays over Red Sox in 10 innings – Boston Herald, Scott Lauber
Red Sox let lead slip away, fall to Rays in 10 – MLB.com, Ian Browne
Victor Martinez put the Red Sox ahead with a homer in the eighth, but the Rays rallied and eventually won, 3-2, in 10 innings, on Dan Johnson’s walk-off homer off Scott Atchison at Tropicana Field. The loss dropped Boston 5 1/2 game back in the AL Ea
Drew ready to let ball drop, then snares it – MLB.com, Ian Browne
It’s one of those dilemmas an outfielder isn’t presented with often. When a runner is on third with less than two outs and the game is hanging in the balance, should a foul ball be caught for a potential sac fly? Or should the outfielder — in this c
The Red Sox caught the ball, but not a break – WEEI Rob Bradford
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — J.D. Drew summed up a play, and perhaps a season.”Tonight,” said the Red Sox outfielder, “was very strange.”read more
Q & A with Mike Cameron – Boston Herald, Steve Buckley
Mike Cameron signed a two-year, $15.5 million contract with the Red Sox last winter, the plan being that he would…
Drew’s decision, Buchholz mistake lead to Red Sox’ loss – Boston Herald Blog
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — It was the best catch that J.D. Drew never wanted to make.With the Red Sox leading 1-0, the tying run on third base and one out in the seventh inning tonight, the Rays’ Matt Joyce lifted a fly ball that was slicing foul
Maddon humbled, not surprised by Red Sox – Boston Herald Blog
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — It doesn’t surprise Tampa Bay Rays manager Joe Maddon that the Red Sox still are pushing for a playoff spot even without injured second baseman Dustin Pedroia, first baseman Kevin Youkilis and outfielders Jacoby Ellsbur
Johnson’s 10th-inning homer sinks Sox – WEEI Rob Bradford
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Dan Johnson hit a 2-2 pitch from Scott Atchison over the right field wall with nobody out in the 10th inning to give the Rays a 3-2 win over the Red Sox, Saturday night at Tropicana Field. The loss moves the Sox to 5 1/2 games
Closing Time: Rays 3, Red Sox 2 – WEEI blog Rob Bradford
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – Dan Johnson hit a 2-2 pitch from Scott Atchison over the right field wall with nobody out in the 10th inning to give the Rays a 3-2 win over the Red Sox, Saturday night at Tropicana Field. The loss moves the Sox to 5 1/
Quick hits: Rays 3, Red Sox 2 – ESPN Boston blog, Joe McDonald
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Tampa Bay Rays’ Dan Johnson lead off the bottom of the 10th with a walk-off home run en route to a 3-2 victory over the Boston Red Sox on Saturday night at Tropicana Field. The series is tied at 1-1 with the rubber match
Varitek nearing rehab assignment – WEEI Rob Bradford
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Red Sox manager Terry Francona said prior to his team’s game with the Rays Saturday night that catcher Jason Varitek was improving to the point where a rehabilitation assignment could start being considered. read more
Pedroia bracing for challenges of surgery – WEEI Rob Bradford
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Dustin Pedroia realizes that in all likelihood, surgery is on the horizon. And because of this reality, the second baseman is bracing himself for yet another challenge.read more
Saturday lineups: Red Sox-Rays – ESPN Boston blog, ESPNBoston.com
Here are the starting lineups for Game 2 of the Red Sox-Rays series at Tropicana Field:Red Sox1. Marco Scutaro, SS2. J.D. Drew, RF3. Victor Martinez, C4, David Ortiz DH, 5. Adrian Beltre, 3B6. Mike Lowell, 1B7. Daniel Nava , LF8. Ryan Kalish, CF9. Bi
Varitek close to rehab assignment – ESPN Boston blog, Joe McDonald
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Red Sox catcher Jason Varitek is progressing in the rehab and he’ll remain with the club for the remainder of this road trip and will be examined when the team returns to Boston at the end of the week, manager Terry Franc
Sox hoping Okajima returns to ’07-09 self – MLB.com,
When the Red Sox activated Hideki Okajima for Saturday night’s game against the Rays, they were hoping the lefty was on the verge of becoming his 2007-09 self again instead of the reliever who has struggled mightily all year.
Kalish keeping even keel – MLB.com,
When Ryan Kalish first was promoted to the Red Sox, he provided immediate energy and hits. The energy is still there, but the hits have dried up of late. Kalish has just two hits in his last 24 at-bats.
Salty, Patterson faring well in rehab stints – MLB.com,
Catcher Jarrod Saltalamacchia will rejoin the Red Sox on Wednesday, when rosters expand. The switch-hitter didn’t take much time to gain comfort on his rehab assignment at Triple-A Pawtucket, belting a pair of doubles in his first game on Friday nigh
Terry Francona – WEEI Red Sox Audio
Joe Castiglione spoke with Tito before tonight’s game.[0:01:10] … good job just — him backward and what an all around game Victor Martinez said. He had you know hit two home runs. And we need runs but but probably way more now with the way … [0:
Manny could return to Fenway next weekend - ESPN Boston blog, Joe McDonald
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. -- If the Los Angeles Dodgers and Chicago White Sox are able to work out a trade by 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, slugger Manny Ramirez will return to the American League. The White Sox claimed Ramirez off waivers on Friday and have excl
Red Sox-Rays game updates - Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
Top of the 3rd: Red Sox 0, Rays 0 Ryan Kalish just made one of the best catches of the season. With two outs and a runner on first, Upton hit a liner to the gap in right. The rookie...
Pregame notes: Okajima activated, plus lineup - Boston Herald Blog
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — One of the biggest disappointments for the Red Sox this season has been the performance of lefty reliever Hideki Okajima.Now, he has one month to redeem himself.Okajima has been activated from the disabled list before ton
Okajima activated - Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
The Red Sox activated LHP Hideki Okajima today and sent RHP Michael Bowden to Pawtucket. Bowden can come back after Sept. 1, but only after 10 data have elapsed. Given his terrible season to date it's hard to picture Okajima...
Darnell still earning keep - MLB blog, Ian Browne
It was the night of May 24, and the Red Sox had just completed a 6-1 victory over the Rays. It wasn't the type of occasion manager Terry Francona felt like giving bad news to one of his players, but...
Game 130: Red Sox at Rays - Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
Here are the lineups: RED SOX (74-55) Scutaro SS Drew RF Martinez C Ortiz DH Beltre 3B Lowell 1B Nava LF Kalish CF Hall 2B Pitching: RHP Clay Buchholz (15-5, 2.26) RAYS (78-50) Jaso C Zobrist 2B Crawford LF Longoria...
The Baseball Show Opening Segment, August 28 - WEEI Red Sox Audio
Greg, Lou and Buck open the program discussing the Sox' injury woes and their playoff hopes after taking game 1 of a huge weekend series against the Rays.[0:02:49] … time out. Burnett’s a joke. Vasquez is out rotation their line and Dustin Moseley
Prime pitching matchup tonight – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
Tonight’s pitching matchup of Clay Buchholz (15-5, 2.26) against Matt Garza (13-7, 3.62) would seem to have a chance to be something special based on how the two righthanders are pitching in recent weeks. Buchholz’s last six starts: 43.1 IP,…
Red Sox coverage in today’s Globe – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
With Victor Martinez playing a leading role, the Sox started a big series by beating the Rays, 3-1. Jon Lester was both wild and effective as he shut down the Rays. Dustin Pedroia is preparing himself for the likelihood of…
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Red Sox links (57 articles) Sat. Aug. 28

Good Morning, it is Saturday August 28th, 2010 and here are some of the Red Sox links from Boston media outlets within last 24 hours.

Total of 57 articles published in that span was collected here.

Francona: ‘Victor caught the game of his life’ – Boston Herald Blog
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Briefly, a few notes from the series-opening 3-1 victory over the Rays:–Victor Martinez can impact the Red Sox’ playoff chances with a strong finish to the season. But he also can spark a salary drive, and surely,
Anderson hopes to ‘earn’ spot on Red Sox – WEEI blog Matt West
While the Red Sox are jockeying for a playoff position in the ultra-competetive AL East, Pawtucket Red Sox first baseman Lars Anderson is working hard to someday make an impact on the parent club.The 22-year-old first baseman has been a popular name
Boston Red Sox proved they’re not boring with exciting win over Tampa Bay Rays – ESPN Boston, Gordon Edes
Exciting win to start series against Rays proves team’s entertainment value
Caught up in it – Boston Globe, Amalie Benjamin
The person inside the doorway of the Red Sox clubhouse was a little short to be a major leaguer. He stood there, fist pounding the Sox as they walked in from the field, with Jon Lester beside him, towering over. And when Victor Martinez walked up, th
Difference is striking to Drew – Boston Globe, Amalie Benjamin
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — The last time J.D. Drew stepped in against David Price is seared in the memory of most Red Sox fans. With the bases loaded and two outs in the eighth inning of Game 7 of the 2009 American League Championship Series, the R
Pedroia won’t second-guess – Boston Globe, Peter Abraham
A final decision is not expected until Friday, but Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia seems resigned to the fact that he will need surgery to repair his broken left foot.
Rest was up to him – Boston Globe, Peter Abraham
Jon Lester wasn’t supposed to pitch against the Tampa Bay Rays last night.
The biggest game brought out the best in these Red Sox – WEEI Rob Bradford
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — The Red Sox weren’t going to pretend this was just one of 162. That was evidenced in the way they talked, and, more importantly, the way they played.read more
Improbably important: McDonald’s unlikely path to the Red Sox – WEEI Alex Speier
Darnell McDonald’s unlikely season added another image to the highlight reel on Friday. With the Red Sox clinging to a 2-1 lead against the Rays in the bottom of the sixth inning, a Jason Bartlett single with burner B.J.read more
Darnell McDonald no throwaway – Boston Herald, John Tomase
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – The Red Sox live to fight another day. And it’s appropriate, given the clinging-by-their-nails…
Dustin Pedroia faces surgery – Boston Herald, Scott Lauber
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – Give it another week, Dustin Pedroia was told, so that’s what he’ll do. But…
Teammates know Dustin Pedroia’s pain – Boston Herald, John Tomase
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – If Dustin Pedroia does end up needing foot surgery, his odds of returning healthy are excellent….
Recap: Red Sox 3, Rays 1 – Boston Herald, Scott Lauber
Martinez homers twice, Red Sox beat Rays 3-1 – Boston Globe, Fred Goodall (AP)
Jon Lester pitched seven strong innings and Victor Martinez homered twice off All-Star David Price, helping the Boston Red Sox beat the Tampa Bay Rays 3-1 Friday night to tighten the AL wild-card race.
Lester was just wild enough to be good – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
Jon Lester tied his career high with five walks tonight. He also threw three wild pitches, which is fairly unusual considering that in his previous 117 major league games, he had never thrown more than one. He also hit a…
V-Mart swats pair as Red Sox sink Rays – MLB.com, Ian Browne
Facing AL Cy Young Award candidate David Price in the opener of a critical three-game series, Victor Martinez belted a pair of solo homers to lift Jon Lester and Boston to a 3-1 victory over Tampa Bay on Friday night at Tropicana Field.
Martinez, Lester lead Sox over Rays – WEEI Rob Bradford
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Victor Martinez hit a pair of solo home runs, and Jon Lester held Tampa Bay to just one run on two hits over seven innings, as the Red Sox claimed the first of a three-game series at Tropicana Field, beating the Rays, 3-1, Fri
Closing Time: Red Sox 3, Rays 1 – WEEI blog Rob Bradford
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — In what was deemed their biggest series of the season, the Red Sox turned in one of their most impressive performances.Going up against Cy Young candidate David Price, the Sox managed to take the first of the three-game s
Postgame Guest – Pap – WEEI Red Sox Audio
Jonathan Papelbon just got the save for the Sox in game 1 of 3 vs. the Rays….and he just spoke with Joe and Jon on our Postgame Show.[0:00:20] … I want this — Victor Martinez not just his work behind the plate in — history there. All season lon
Anatomy of a throw – Boston Herald Blog
It’s fair to say that tonight’s victory over the Rays hinged at least in part on Darnell McDonald’s perfect strike to the plate to cut down B.J. Upton trying to score from second with no outs in the seventh.McDonald made a perfect t
Quick hits: Red Sox 3, Rays 1 – ESPN Boston blog, Joe McDonald
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — The Boston Red Sox accomplished exactly what they needed to in the first of a three-game set against the Tampa Bay Rays on Friday night at Tropicana Field. Red Sox starter Jon Lester rebounded from a career-worst performance i
Surgery seems likely for Pedroia – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
We just spoke to Dustin Pedroia, who basically admitted that surgery seems likely on his broken left foot — if only to make sure he’s OK for spring training. Pedroia is worried that if his fractured navicular bone hasn’t healed…
Pregame notes: More from Pedroia, Dice-K to start Thursday – Boston Herald Blog
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Mentioned in the previous post that Dustin Pedroia, whose left foot is back in a walking boot, seems resigned to the idea that he will need a pin inserted into his foot to aid the healing of his fracture navicular bone. T
Pedroia realizes season is likely over – MLB.com,
Dustin Pedroia knows there’s a strong likelihood he won’t play again in 2010. At this point, he just wants his left foot to heal. If surgery is what makes that happen, so be it.
Dice-K set for Thursday return – MLB.com,
Scratched from his start tonight against the Rays because of back woes, Red Sox right-hander Daisuke Matsuzaka is scheduled to reclaim his spot in Boston’s rotation Thursday night in Baltimore.
Okajima, Varitek on the mend – MLB.com,
Before Friday night’s game against the Rays, two players on the disabled list worked their way back together. Catcher Jason Varitek (right foot fracture) caught a 30-pitch side session from lefty reliever Hideki Okajima.
Source: Red Sox showed interest in Hawpe – WEEI blog Rob Bradford
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — According a major league source, the Red Sox showed interest in outfielder Brad Hawpe, but the former member of the Colorado Rockies chose to sign with Tampa Bay because there was a perceived better fit in terms of guaran
Source: Sox showed interest in Hawpe – WEEI Rob Bradford
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – According a major league source, the Red Sox showed interest in outfielder Brad Hawpe, but the former member of the Colorado Rockies chose to sign with Tampa Bay because there was a perceived better fit in terms of guaranteed
Rays scratch Crawford from lineup – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
Wait, so other teams have injuries? Carl Crawford is out of the lineup for Tampa Bay. Matt Joyce will play play and bat ninth. No reason has been announced yet by the Rays. The new Rays lineup: Upton CF Bartlett…
Red Sox-Rays game updates – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
Middle of the 3rd: Red Sox 1, Rays 0 McDonald crushed a fastball over the head of Upton in center for a triple. With one out, the Sox had a chance to add to their lead. VMart hit the ball…
Pedroia sounds resigned to surgery – Boston Herald, Scott Lauber
Dustin Pedroia is with the Red Sox on this road trip, but he won’t be doing much physical activity, only receiving…
Staying in the race: No sweep required – ESPN Boston blog, Gordon Edes
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Repeat after me: The Boston Red Sox do NOT have to sweep the Tampa Bay Rays here this weekend to stay alive for a postseason berth.There’s enough history to remind people that selling playoff tickets before Labor Day is n
Cameron has successful surgery – ESPN Boston blog, Joe McDonald
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Red Sox outfielder Mike Cameron had successful surgery Friday at Massachusetts General Hospital to repair a bilateral sports hernia. Cameron dealt with the injury all season and should be recovered in time to begin his normal
Peter Gammons, HoF – WEEI Red Sox Audio
Peter makes his weekly appearance on the Big Show to talk Manny, injuries, and to preview Sox @ Rays.[0:04:28] … Peter you — it’s not put a claim for Johnny Damon told the couple things one they kind of — some stability at least have an everyday
Park place – Boston Globe, June Wulff
While the Red Sox are away, the kids will play — or something like that — at Jimmy Fund Fantasy Day . The field is off limits, but there are tours of Fenway Park and lots of activities on the concourse. Young fans can visit the Kids Zone,
Game 129: Red Sox at Rays – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
The Showdown in St. Pete? The Rumble Under the Roof? The Last Gasp Among The Geezers? Here are the lineups: RED SOX (73-55) Scutaro SS McDonald CF Martinez C Beltre 3B Ortiz DH Lowell 1B Drew RF Lowrie 2B Hall…
Pedroia sounds resigned to surgery (plus lineup) – Boston Herald Blog
Dustin Pedroia is with the Red Sox on this road trip, but he won’t be doing much physical activity, only receiving treatment for his left foot fracture. And when the team gets home next Friday, he will undergo a bone scan that will determine wh
Pedroia: Healing has been a problem – WEEI Rob Bradford
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Speaking prior to the Red Sox’ series-opening game with the Rays, Dustin Pedroia talked about the plan he will take in regard to rehabbing the broken navicular bone in his left foot. The second baseman said that he will be get
Pedroia: Healing has been a problem throughout – WEEI blog Rob Bradford
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Speaking prior to the Red Sox’ series-opening game with the Rays, Dustin Pedroia talked about the plan he will take in regard to rehabbing the broken navicular bone in his left foot. The second baseman said that he
Daisuke starts Thursday; Cam has surgery – WEEI Rob Bradford
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Speaking prior to his game’s series-opener with the Rays at Tropicana Field, Red Sox manager Terry Francona said the plan is to have Daisuke Matsuzaka make his next start Thursday in Baltimore against the Orioles. The pitcher
Tonight’s lineup: Red Sox-Rays – ESPN Boston blog, ESPNBoston.com
Here’s tonight’s Red Sox lineup for the first of their three-game series against the Rays:1. Marco Scutaro, SS2. Darnell McDonald, CF3. Victor Martinez, C4. Adrian Beltre, 3B5. David Ortiz, DH6. Mike Lowell, 1B7. J.D. Drew, RF8. Jed Lowrie, 2B9. Bill
A primer for the biggest series of the Red Sox’ season – WEEI blog Rob Bradford
Here are the facts heading into the perceived be-all, end-all series of the season: The Red Sox are 5 1/2 games in back of both Tampa Bay and the Yankees. After this excursion to Tropicana Field the Sox have three more games (at Fenway Park) against
Red Sox vs. Rays matchups, 8/27 – WEEI blog Jay Asser
Fittingly, a crucial three-game series between the Red Sox and Rays will begin on Friday night with a matchup of two of the best left-handed starters in baseball. Boston will send Jon Lester to the mound with an extended six days of rest after scratc
Alex Speier, WEEI.com – WEEI Red Sox Audio
Alex helped explain the process of putting players through waivers, his thoughts on the Red Sox reportedly placing Josh Beckett, John Lackey, and Manny Delcarmen on waivers, the decision to push Jon Lester back to start the opener against the Rays, i
Do the Red Sox need a sweep? – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
Dan Shaughnessy and Christopher L. Gasper discuss the weekend series between the Red Sox and Rays in the latest Globe 10.0 video.
Lester well-rested for Rays – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
As Jon Lester prepares to face the Rays tonight, he’s certainly well-rested. Lester has thrown two innings and 51 pitches in the last 13 days, counting today. After going eight innings against Texas on Aug. 14, he pitched again on…
Kalish sits; Drew, McDonald in against Price – WEEI Rob Bradford
ST. PETERSBURG — With Tampa Bay left-hander David Price on the mound, the Red Sox will employ a lineup that features as many players hitting from the right side of the plate as possible. As such, the left-handed hitting Ryan Kalish is out of the lin
Reports: Rays to sign Hawpe – WEEI blog Jerry Spar
According to multiple reports, the Rays are set to sign a minor league deal with former Rockies outfielder Brad Hawpe. The Rockies released the seven-year veteran this week after he passed through waivers unclaimed. Hawpe, 31, was hitting .255 with s
Red Sox coverage in today’s Globe – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
Dustin Pedroia appears headed for surgery. Amalie Benjamin has the story. The notebook has the Sox needing a big showing in Tampa this weekend to stay in contention. The minor-league notebook focuses on first-round pick Kolbrin Vitek….
Hawpe picks Rays over Red Sox, others – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
Ken Rosenthal of Fox is reporting that OF-1B Brad Hawpe, who was released by the Rockies, will sign with the Rays. The Sox and Padres also showed some interest. The 31-year-old didn’t too much for the Rockies (.255/.343/.432) but could…
Do the Sox need to sweep the Rays? – Globe 10.0
Strasburg likely needs Tommy John – WEEI Alex Speier
Nationals phenom Stephen Strasburg will likely undergo Tommy John surgery due to a tear of the ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow, Washington GM Mike Rizzo told the Washington Post. The tear was discovered during an arthrogram MRI performed
Red Sox no longer have time to waste – Boston Globe blog, Tony Massarotti
This weekend is huge for the Red Sox. It’s time to make a move.
Pitching matchups for the Rays series – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
Tonight: LHP Jon Lester (13-8, 3.26) vs. LHP David Price (15-5, 2.97), 7:10 p.m., NESN Saturday: RHP Clay Buchholz (15-5, 2.26) vs. RHP Matt Garza (13-7, 3.62), 7:10 p.m., NESN, MLBN Sunday: RHP John Lackey (12-7, 4.51) vs. RHP James…
Images from Oldtime Baseball Game – WEEI blog Rob Bradford
Here are some photos from the 17th Annual Oldtime Baseball Game, held Thursday night at St. Peter’s Field in Cambridge. The game raised money this year for the Marley Jay Cherella Memorial Fund, which helps support research for sudden infant de
Sweep or bust for Red Sox? – Boston Herald Blog
After last weekend’s series victory over the Blue Jays, utility man Bill Hall noted that, when the Red Sox win, the Rays and Yankees usually do, too. Thus, despite having the third-most victories (73) in the American League and playing at a 92-
Pedroia: ‘I will be as good as new’ – WEEI blog Rob Bradford
Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia will be put in a boot for his left foot over the next seven days, upon which the two sides will deem whether or not surgery will be the next step.Pedroia broke a bone in his left foot in San Francisco on June 25,
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Red Sox links (25 articles) Fri. Aug. 27

Good Morning, it is Friday August 27th, 2010 and here are some of the Red Sox links from Boston media outlets within last 24 hours.

Total of 25 articles published in that span was collected here.

Pedroia surgery is likely – Boston Globe, Amalie Benjamin
There is a strong likelihood that Dustin Pedroia will end up having season-ending surgery in approximately a week.
Ground to be gained in these pickup games – Boston Globe, Amalie Benjamin
By the time the Red Sox leave Tropicana Field Sunday evening, they could be in the thick of the playoff hunt — or out of contention.
Red Sox face budge-t crisis – Boston Herald, Michael Silverman
Adrian Beltre noted Wednesday night that the Tampa Bay Rays “are not budging” from the top, or near the…
Daisuke Matsuzaka nibbles less, fares better – Boston Herald, Michael Silverman
The good pitchers have it. It’s a flair, a strut almost, that comes from pitching at a quick tempo that…
At 63, Bill ‘Spaceman’ Lee primed to Rox on – Boston Herald, Eamon Convey
It’s been more than 28 years since his last orbit in pro baseball, but New England legend Bill “Spaceman”…
Surgery possible for Pedroia’s ailing foot – MLB.com, Ian Browne
Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia will find out in roughly one week if he will need to have surgery on his ailing left foot, which would end any chance of him playing again in 2010.
JP Ricciardi, ESPN Analyst – WEEI Red Sox Audio
JP joins the Big Show to talk waiver deals, the Manny and Johnny Damon saga, and where (if anywhere) the Red Sox are going this year.[0:00:00] … us west — home — away and ESPN. Baseball analyst former GM. Toronto Blue Jays are literally JP — he’
Pedroia: ‘I will be good as new’ – WEEI Rob Bradford
Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia will be put in a boot for his left foot over the next seven days, upon which the two sides will deem whether or not surgery will be the next step. read more
7 days from now: Decision on surgery for Pedroia’s left foot – Boston Herald Blog
The decision on whether or not Dustin Pedroia will require surgery or more rehab with his left foot will be made in seven days, the team announced. In the meantime, Pedroia will go back into a boot in order to protect his still-healing navicular bone
Reynolds on D&H: Umpires ‘really messed up’ with ejections – WEEI blog Nick Bove
Former major league second baseman and current MLB Network analyst Harold Reynolds called into the Dale & Holley show Thursday afternoon to talk about all things baseball, including recent umpiring controversies, Johnny Damon’s decision to
Pedroia probably done for the year – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
Nothing is official yet, but according to major league source Dustin Pedroia will likely shut it down for the remainder of the season. Pedroia is expected to spend the next 10 days back in a boot to stabilize the left…
Beltre on ejection: ‘I wasn’t talking to him’ – WEEI Rob Bradford
Adrian Beltre explained that when he was ejected by home plate umpire Dan Bellino just prior to starting the third inning of the Red Sox’ 4-2 loss to the Mariners he was talking some friendly “smack” to Seattle pitcher Felix Hernandez and didn’t say
Tito: ‘We’ll pitch Daisuke when he’s able’ – WEEI Rob Bradford
Red Sox manager Terry Francona said following his team’s 4-2 loss to the Mariners Wednesday night that Daisuke Matsuzaka — who was scheduled to make the start in the nightcap of a Fenway Park doubleheader — was scratched after experiencing tightnes
Grooming a replacement? Bard-Papelbon recalls a Yankees relief duo – WEEI Alex Speier
John Wetteland has seen it before. He knows how valuable it is, and he knows how it likely ends. read more
Clemens scheduled to be arraigned Monday – WEEI Rob Bradford
Former Red Sox pitcher Roger Clemens, who has been indicted on six charges that he lied to Congress regarding his use of performance-enhancing drugs, is scheduled to be arraigned Monday afternoon on criminal charges in Washington D.C. Clemens will ap
Clemens scheduled to be arraigned Monday – WEEI Rob Bradford
Former Red Sox pitcher Roger Clemens, who has been indicted on six charges that he lied to Congress regarding his use of performance-enhancing drugs, is scheduled to be arraigned Monday afternoon on criminal charges in Washington D.C. Clemens will ap
Harold Reynolds, MLB Network – WEEI Red Sox Audio
Harold talked about his thoughts on the upcoming Red Sox-Rays series, how it is a miracle the Red Sox are even in the playoff hunt, the recent problems with the umpires, why he thinks Johnny Damon decided to stay with the Tigers, what teams might tak
Some more random thoughts . . . – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
A few random off-day thoughts before boarding a flight to Tampa … * The ejection of Adrian Beltre on Wednesday night appears to be wholly unjustified based on the comments of Beltre, Kevin Cash, Terry Francona and even Seattle ace…
‘Ride-or-die situation’ facing Boston – MLB.com, Ian Browne
For more than a month, the Red Sox have had their toes on the mythical line that marks the postseason races, but they haven’t quite been able to get their entire foot over it.
Getting the right read on Beckett – WEEI blog Mike Petraglia
Is Josh Beckett back now?No, that wasn’t intended to be a silly or insulting pun. It is the question that Red Sox coaches, management and fans are asking themselves after watching the right-hander get into a groove under less-than-ideal conditi
Split the Bit – Boston Dirt Dogs blog
Sox don’t have the horses to take two.
Red Sox coverage in today’s Globe – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
The Red Sox split a doubleheader with Seattle on a rainy day at Fenway Park. Amalie Benjamin has the story. Dan Shaughnessy writes that the Sox saw good Josh and Bad Josh yesterday and need more of the Good Beckett….
Quickie From A Wet Wednesday – WEEI blog Gary Marbry
A few quick notes from Wednesday’s split:—————————————————————————————
Grooming a replacement? Bard/Papelbon recalls a Yankees relief duo – WEEI Alex Speier
John Wetteland has seen it before. He knows how valuable it is, and he knows how it likely ends. read more
Nick Cafardo’s analysis of Red Sox split – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog
Globe national baseball reporter Nick Cafardo offers his impressions after the Red Sox split their doubleheader with the Mariners yesterday.
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