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Good Morning, it is Tuesday January 31st, 2012 and here are some of the Red Sox links from Boston media outlets within last 24 hours.

Total of 15 articles published in that span was collected here.

Report: Matsuzaka throws off mound – WEEI Alex Speier

According to the Mainichi Daily News, Red Sox pitcher Daisuke Matsuzaka threw a bullpen session off a mound for the first time since undergoing Tommy John surgery last June. Matsuzaka threw off the mound 21 times, with his first 10 tosses coming with 7 am, Tue Jan 31

Positive spin on rotation – Boston Herald, Michael Silverman

The Red Sox rotation is good to go, general manager Ben Cherington said last night. Josh Beckett, Jon Lester,… 1 am, Tue Jan 31

Branca steals the show from Red Sox manager, ex-GM – Boston Globe, Jimmy Golen (AP)

Boston Red Sox manager Bobby Valentine and former GM Theo Epstein planned to talk a little baseball and raise a little money for charity. 1 am, Tue Jan 31

Past and present meet at Fenway benefit – MLB.com, Evan Drellich

New Red Sox manager Bobby Valentine, Sox general manager Ben Cherington and Cherington’s successor, Cubs president Theo Epstein, were all on hand at Fenway Park on Monday for “Hot Stove Cool Music.” 11 pm, Mon Jan 30

A rotation to be named later, maybe – Boston Herald Blog

GM Ben Cherington and manager Bobby Valentine were part of a panel discussion tonight at a benefit for Theo and his brother Paul Epstein’s “Foundation To Be Named Later’’ at Fenway. Part of the Hot Stove, Cool Music series, the event also fea 11 pm, Mon Jan 30

Boston Red Sox prepare for David Ortiz case with sides still talking – ESPN Boston, Gordon Edes

Red Sox general manager Ben Cherington says he’s preparing for arbitration cases with David Ortiz and Alfredo Aceves, although the sides continue to talk. 11 pm, Mon Jan 30

Second day on the football beat – Boston Globe Extra Bases

By Peter Abraham, Globe Staff INDIANAPOLIS — When you’re around baseball for a long time as a reporter, you buy into the notion that it’s America’s pastime. You see the passion of fans up close, especially in places like Boston… 11 pm, Mon Jan 30

GM’s mum on compensation – Boston Globe Extra Bases

GM’s Ben Cherington and Theo Epstein were mum on the topic of compensation at the Hot Stove Cool Music panel discussion at State Street Pavilion at Fenway tonight. Cherington and Epstein spent a lot of time together today, but the… 11 pm, Mon Jan 30

Sox preparing to go to arb with Ortiz, Aceves – WEEI Alex Speier

Red Sox general manager Ben Cherington said on Monday that the Red Sox will remain open to reaching a deal with David Ortiz and Alfredo Aceves right up to the point of conducting an arbitration hearing, but he did acknowledge that the Sox have been p 7 pm, Mon Jan 30

Red Sox digital-only tickets take bite away from scalpers – Boston Herald, Brendan Lynch

This season, the Boston Red Sox will reserve the cheapest seats at certain Fenway games for “digital only” tickets… 7 pm, Mon Jan 30

Chiarelli says he’s not trading Thomas – WEEI Alex Speier

Bruins GM Peter Chiarelli told TSN that he has no plans to trade Tim Thomas in the aftermath of the goaltender’s decision to skip the team’s White House visit. “Not trading him,” Chiarelli said in an e-mail to TSN. “I have not talked to anyone and I 4 pm, Mon Jan 30

Oswalt not short on suitors for his services – MLB.com, Lyle Spencer

Roy Oswalt has been in the top six in the National League Cy Young Award balloting six times. If you need a guy for Game 7 in a World Series, you could do a whole lot worse than the man from Mississippi. 3 pm, Mon Jan 30

NESN adds Dell and Stairs to Red Sox broadcasts – Boston Globe Extra Bases

This release from NESN: NESN announced today that Jenny Dell will join the network as its Red Sox field reporter and Matt Stairs will join as a Red Sox studio analyst. Dell and Stairs will join NESN’s popular and talented… 3 pm, Mon Jan 30

Red Sox contract info – MLB blog, Ian Browne

Here are some details for some of the contracts of recently signed Red Sox players. Of Matt Albers’ $1,075,000 contract, $650,000 is guaranteed. Andrew Bailey gets a $50,000 bonus for 50 games finished and 55 games finished, plus $25,000 for Al 2 pm, Mon Jan 30

Hot Stove: A’s reiterate interest in Manny Ramirez – WEEI blog Jerry Spar

A’s assistant general manager David Forst, during a Q&A with fans at a team event Sunday in Oakland, said the team would consider signing Manny Ramirez. “We’re open to it,” said Forst, backing up a comment from owner Lew W 12 pm, Mon Jan 30

Sox not out of Oswalt hunt yet…however – Boston Globe Extra Bases

While Roy Oswalt was scheduled to meet with the Texas Rangers today and may end his long free-agency, the Red Sox have not considered themselves out of the hunt for the 34-year-old righty, but haven’t moved any closer to signing… 9 am, Mon Jan 30

Good Morning, it is Monday January 30th, 2012 and here are some of the Red Sox links from Boston media outlets within last 24 hours.

Total of 6 articles published in that span was collected here.

Valentine talks Sox, tells stories in hometown – MLB.com, Joey Nowak

Bobby Valentine was right at home Sunday night in Stamford, Conn., wearing his old letterman’s jacket on the same stage where he had held the lead in the school play decades ago. 12 am, Mon Jan 30

Wakefield still hopeful of staying with Red Sox – Boston Globe Extra Bases

By Peter Abraham, Globe Staff Tim Wakefield, who remains a free agent, is holding out hope that he will stay with the Red Sox according to this column by John Torres in Florida Today. “I just saw that (Jorge) Posada… 9 pm, Sun Jan 29

Belichick the happiest guy in the world – Boston Globe Extra Bases

Supposed big meanie Bill Belichick was downright charming today at his press conference. That would be the best word for it. He smiled at reporters, he told a few jokes and gave expansive and thoughtful answers. 9 pm, Sun Jan 29

Welcome to Indianapolis – Boston Globe Extra Bases

Greetings from the Super Bowl. 6 pm, Sun Jan 29

Wakefield mulls future while waiting on Sox – WEEI Alex Speier

Tim Wakefield told Florida Today that while he would consider retiring, his preference is to pitch in 2012 for the Red Sox. read more 11 am, Sun Jan 29

Off to the Super Bowl – Boston Globe Extra Bases

By Peter Abraham, Globe Staff Greetings from Gate A-20 Logan Airport. It’s time for the Super Bowl. Yes, I am the Red Sox beat writer for the Globe. But when my boss asked me to help cover the game, it… 8 am, Sun Jan 29

Good Morning, it is Sunday January 29th, 2012 and here are some of the Red Sox links from Boston media outlets within last 24 hours.

Total of 7 articles published in that span was collected here.

For what they’re worth, the winter standings – Boston Globe, Nick Cafardo

We know from last year — when the Red Sox acquired Carl Crawford and Adrian Gonzalez — that ‘‘winning’’ December and January doesn’t mean you win when it counts. 3 am, Sun Jan 29

Oswalt close to signing with Cardinals – Boston Globe Extra Bases

By Peter Abraham, Globe Staff As was reported on Thursday, Roy Oswalt had little interest in joining the Red Sox. Now, according to Jim Duquette of MLB Network Radio, he is close to signing with the Cardinals. Jon Heyman reported… 3 pm, Sat Jan 28

Valentine: ‘We’re going to do something special’ – Boston Globe Extra Bases

By Peter Abraham, Globe Staff The well-traveled Bobby Valentine was at UConn last night for their preseason baseball dinner. My buddy Dom Amore of the Hartford Courant has the story. The money quote from Bobby V: “How September happened in… 3 pm, Sat Jan 28

Selig says he will settle Epstein compensation issue – Boston Globe Extra Bases

By Peter Abraham, Globe Staff Stop me if you’re heard this before — which you have — but Bud Selig says he will be deciding the compensation between the Cubs and the Red Sox sometime soon. The commissioner was in… 3 pm, Sat Jan 28

Oswalt headed to Cardinals? – ESPN Boston blog, Gordon Edes

Free-agent pitcher Roy Oswalt has elected to remain in the National League and is likely to sign with the St. Louis Cardinals “soon,” a major league source said late Friday night. Presumably, any agreement would be pending a physical for Oswalt, who 9 am, Sat Jan 28

Selig aims to settle Theo comp. soon – ESPN Boston blog, Associated Press

CHICAGO — Commissioner Bud Selig will decide what compensation the Boston Red Sox will receive for Theo Epstein’s move to the Chicago Cubs. Epstein left as Boston’s general manager with a year left on his contract to become president of baseball op 9 am, Sat Jan 28

It’s official: Selig to decide Theo comp – WEEI Alex Speier

The Associated Press is reporting that commissioner Bud Selig will decide the matter of the compensation that the Red Sox receive from the Cubs for Theo Epstein, who left his tenure as Boston GM with one year remaining on his contract in order to bec 8 am, Sat Jan 28

Good Morning, it is Saturday January 28th, 2012 and here are some of the Red Sox links from Boston media outlets within last 24 hours.

Total of 22 articles published in that span was collected here.

Source — Roy Oswalt likely to sign with St. Louis Cardinals “soon” – ESPN Boston, Gordon Edes

It seems free-agent pitcher Roy Oswalt has elected to remain in the National League and is likely to sign with the St. Louis Cardinals “soon,” a major league source said late Friday night. 3 am, Sat Jan 28

Source: Sox sign RHP Maine – Boston Herald, John Tomase

The Red Sox’ quest for pitching depth continues. The Sox have signed right-hander John Maine to a minor league… 1 am, Sat Jan 28

Source — Roy Oswalt still leads list, but Boston Red Sox exploring options – ESPN Boston, Gordon Edes

Free agent Roy Oswalt will not be choosing a new team Friday, a major league source said, even as reports surfaced that the veteran hurler is leaning toward signing with the St. Louis Cardinals. 1 am, Sat Jan 28

Report: Roy Oswalt might be leaning toward signing with Cardinals – WEEI blog Rob Bradford

According to Jim Duquette of MLB Network Radio, the Cardinals appear to have the inside edge on signing free agent pitcher Roy Oswalt, although the Red Sox, Rangers, and Astros are still in the mix. It was reported by ESPN.com’s Buster Olney ea 12 am, Sat Jan 28

No decision Friday for Oswalt: source – ESPN Boston blog, Gordon Edes

By Gordon Edes ESPN Boston BOSTON—Free agent pitcher Roy Oswalt will not be choosing a new team Friday night, a major league source said, even as reports surfaced that the life-long National Leaguer is leaning toward signing with the St. Louis 12 am, Sat Jan 28

Red Sox introduce new digital ticket initiative for upper bleacher seats – WEEI blog WEEI

The Red Sox announced today a brand new digital ticket initiative as well as information for tomorrow’s general ticket sale. Below is the full release from the Red Sox: BOSTON, MA – As part of an ongoing effort to provide fans and families wi 8 pm, Fri Jan 27

Sox sign veteran Maine – Boston Herald Blog

The quest for pitching depth continues. The Red Sox have signed right-hander John Maine to a minor-league contract that does not include an invitation to spring training, according to a major league source. Maine has not pitched since 2010 thanks to 8 pm, Fri Jan 27

John Maine gets a shot with the Red Sox – Boston Globe Extra Bases

By Peter Abraham, Globe Staff The Red Six signed righthander John Maine to a minor-league contract that does not include an invitation to major league spring training. Maine, 30, won 25 games for the Mets from 2007-08 and had a… 8 pm, Fri Jan 27

Red Sox sign former Mets hurler Maine – MLB.com, Evan Drellich

John Maine has signed with the Red Sox on a Minor League deal, a baseball source confirmed to MLB.com on Friday night. 7 pm, Fri Jan 27

Red Sox announce new digital ticket initiative, general ticket on-sale information – WEEI blog WEEI

The Red Sox announced today a brand new digital ticket initiative as well as information for tomorrow’s general ticket sale. Below is the full release from the Red Sox: BOSTON, MA – As part of an ongoing effort to provide fans and families wi 7 pm, Fri Jan 27

Report: Red Sox, John Maine agree to deal – WEEI Rob Bradford

According to the Fredericksburg Freelance-Star, the Red Sox have agreed to terms with pitcher John Maine on a minor league deal, with an invitation with major league camp. The pitcher’s agent, Rex Gary, told the newspaper that the Red Sox are eyeing 6 pm, Fri Jan 27

Valentine headed for the Super Bowl – Boston Globe Extra Bases

By Peter Abraham, Globe Staff Bobby Valentine, of course, is headed to the Super Bowl. He has been invited to watch the game from a suite with former Dolphins coach Don Shula. No fool, Valentine predicted a Patriots victory last… 4 pm, Fri Jan 27

Red Sox try new initiative for cheapest seats – Boston Globe Extra Bases

Here’s a release from the Red Sox with some ticket information: As part of an ongoing effort to provide fans and families with more opportunities to purchase the most affordable seats at Fenway Park, the Boston Red Sox today introduced… 4 pm, Fri Jan 27

Conor Jackson looking to move on from his ‘whirlwind’ month with Red Sox – WEEI blog Rob Bradford

GILBERT, Ariz. — Life with the Red Sox has often served as a springboard for some players. They might be dropped in mid-season, find a role and supply a Bobby Kielty-like heroic moment somewhere in the midst of a postseason run. It didn’t wor 2 pm, Fri Jan 27

Jenny Dell follows Heidi Watney at NESN – Boston Globe, Chad Finn

By Chad Finn, Globe Staff In case you missed the note in today’s media column, the longest-running Red Sox-related personnel saga of the offseason — save for perhaps the search for a quality starting pitcher — is about to be… 2 pm, Fri Jan 27

Report: Jenny Dell to replace Watney – ESPN Boston blog, ESPNBoston.com

NESN has yet to announce it, but former ESPN AccuScore anchor Jenny Dell will replace Heidi Watney as Red Sox in-game reporter, according to The Boston Globe. Watney left NESN recently and took a job in California with Time Warner Cable. Dell is a 1 pm, Fri Jan 27

Former Sox coach Ron Johnson will manage Orioles Triple-A team – Boston Herald, Daily Press staff

The Baltimore Orioles announced that Ron Johnson will manage the Triple-A Norfolk Tides. He was Pawtucket’s manager… 12 pm, Fri Jan 27

While you were shopping … – Boston Globe, Tony Massarotti

Catching up on the little things while pointing out that precisely one year remains on the Mayan calendar. 12 pm, Fri Jan 27

Is American League passing Red Sox by? – Boston Globe, Tony Massarotti

As other teams make big acquisitions, the Red Sox have stood pat, and that makes Mazz wonder a bit. 12 pm, Fri Jan 27

Red Sox coverage in today’s Globe – Boston Globe Extra Bases

Bobby Valentine is getting to know Boston and people appreciate it. The notebook has Kevin Youkilis commenting on the team’s chemistry last season…. 12 pm, Fri Jan 27

Q&A with Red Sox prospect Ranaudo – MLB.com,

11 am, Fri Jan 27

Valentine: Pitcher ‘not at top of my wish list’ – WEEI Alex Speier

Red Sox manager Bobby Valentine, speaking at a charity event hosted by Kevin Youkilis, told reporters that he was not overly eager for his team to acquire another starter.read more 10 am, Fri Jan 27

Good Morning, it is Friday January 27th, 2012 and here are some of the Red Sox links from Boston media outlets within last 24 hours.

Total of 20 articles published in that span was collected here.

Youkilis: Clubhouse ‘didn’t have best vibe’ – Boston Globe, Peter Abraham

That the Red Sox suffered from debilitating team chemistry was painfully evident last season. The team collapsed in September and manager Terry Francona soon resigned, saying he had lost the ability to communicate with some of the players. 4 am, Fri Jan 27

Man in motion – Boston Globe, Peter Abraham

New Red Sox manager Bobby Valentine is “all in’’ according to bench coach Tim Bogar. 3 am, Fri Jan 27

Valentine satisfied with deep stable of arms – MLB.com, Evan Drellich

Even if the Red Sox do favor Mike Aviles to be their starting shortstop, the money the team freed up by trading Marco Scutaro may not be earmarked for pitching in the immediate future. At least, that’s how manager Bobby Valentine explained the situat 2 am, Fri Jan 27

Eager Youk plots early start to Spring Training – MLB.com, Evan Drellich

On Thursday night at the State Room in downtown Boston, an upbeat and noticeably slimmed Kevin Youkilis said he feels strong and that he plans to once again report early to Spring Training. 1 am, Fri Jan 27

3B says team failed – Boston Herald, Scott Lauber

Kevin Youkilis spent most of the winter in California, recovering from surgery to repair a sports hernia that sidelined… 1 am, Fri Jan 27

Bobby V lukewarm on adding a pitcher – ESPN Boston blog, Joe McDonald

BOSTON — With less than a month before the official reporting date for spring training, Red Sox manager Bobby Valentine is happy with the way his first offseason on the job in Boston has gone. “It’s almost the way I would hope it could 1 am, Fri Jan 27

Kevin Youkilis: Red Sox ‘didn’t have the best vibe’ last season – Boston Globe Extra Bases

This will not come as any shock. But Kevin Youkilis said tonight that the Red Sox “didn’t have the best vibe in the clubhouse” last season. 1 am, Fri Jan 27

Chat sports and media at 2:30 p.m. – Boston Globe, Chad Finn

Be sure to stop by our always strike-throwing Friday chat — note yet another shift to 2:30 p.m. — during which we’ll discuss Super Bowl 46, the Oswalt/Floyd/Jackson possibilities, whether there’s hope for the Celtics, and the usual media matters… 11 pm, Thu Jan 26

Red Sox notes: Bobby V on beefed-up AL, Youk on Scutaro – Boston Herald Blog

A few more notes from the State Room, where Kevin Youkilis held his second annual “Not Your Average Idol” fundraiser to benefit children in need: AMERICAN IS BEST: One day after the Tigers signed Prince Fielder to a nine-year, $241 millio 10 pm, Thu Jan 26

Kevin Youkilis: Red Sox’ clubhouse ‘definitely didn’t have best vibe’ – Boston Herald Blog

Kevin Youkilis has spent most of the winter in California, recovering from surgery to repair a double sports hernia. But he couldn’t escape the fallout from the Red Sox’ epic September collapse. Youkilis, back in town tonight for his seco 9 pm, Thu Jan 26

Sox ink Cody Ross, DFA Scott Atchison – ESPN Boston blog, ESPNBoston.com

Free agent outfielder Cody Ross signed a one-year deal with the Boston Red Sox, the team announced Thursday. No terms were disclosed, but a source told ESPN.com’s Jerry Crasnick on Monday that the agreement was for $3 million. Right-hander Scott A 7 pm, Thu Jan 26

Red Sox extend affiliation with Class A Lowell – MLB.com, Evan Drellich

The Red Sox and the Lowell Spinners have extended their affiliation through 2014, the teams announced Thursday. Lowell, a Class A team in the short-season New York-Penn League, has been a feeder for the Sox since the 1996 season. 5 pm, Thu Jan 26

It’s official: Red Sox sign Cody Ross, designate Scott Atchison – Boston Herald Blog

During an interview with WEEI yesterday, general manager Ben Cherington acknowledged what we’ve known for a couple days: The Red Sox had reached an agreement with free-agent outfielder Cody Ross. Today, it became official. Ross signed a one-yea 4 pm, Thu Jan 26

Red Sox extend their deal with Lowell – Boston Globe Extra Bases

This release from the Sox: The Boston Red Sox and Lowell Spinners today announced the extension of their player development contract for an additional two years. The extension keeps the Red Sox New York-Penn League Short-Season Single-A affiliate in 4 pm, Thu Jan 26

It’s official for Ross; Atchison designated – Boston Globe Extra Bases

By Peter Abraham, Globe Staff The Red Sox made it official with Cody Ross today, signing him to a one-year contract. RHP Scott Atchison was designated for assignment to make room on the 40-man roster. Atchison, who turns 36 in… 4 pm, Thu Jan 26

Boston’s new regime faces tough challenge – MLB.com, Hal Bodley

Not since 2003, when the Red Sox coughed up the AL pennant to the Yankees as manager Grady Little decided to leave Pedro Martinez in the seventh ALCS game, have there been so many questions in Boston. 2 pm, Thu Jan 26

Valentine meets with Boston first responders – Boston Globe Extra Bases

Bobby Valentine, who drove around Boston meeting police officers, fire fighters and members of the Coast Guard this morning. 2 pm, Thu Jan 26

The budget isn’t the problem: Another look at the Red Sox payroll – WEEI Alex Speier

For all of the handwringing about the Red Sox’ approach to the luxury tax, the reality is that the team is already projected to push past the $178 million threshold for the 2012 season for the seventh time in nine seasons.read more 1 pm, Thu Jan 26

Olney: Sox offered Oswalt $5M – ESPN Boston blog,

In his baseball video blog, Buster Olney talks about Boston’s pursuit of pitching depth and says new GM Ben Cherington has taken a measured approach. He says the Sox have a one-year offer out to Roy Oswalt for “about $5 million” and “seem to be in th 1 pm, Thu Jan 26

A look at the updated Red Sox payroll (and correcting the record on John Lackey’s deal) – WEEI blog Alex Speier

The trade of Marco Scutaro unexpectedly freed up more payroll for luxury tax purposes than expected, as the shortstop’s $6 million salary in 2012 would have represented a $7.67 million payroll hit for luxury tax purposes. (More on that here.) Y 12 pm, Thu Jan 26

Good Morning, it is Thursday January 26th, 2012 and here are some of the Red Sox links from Boston media outlets within last 24 hours.

Total of 27 articles published in that span was collected here.

Jackson may be Red Sox’ target – Boston Globe, Peter Abraham

When the Red Sox traded shortstop Marco Scutaro to the Rockies last week, the expectation was that they would use the money saved to improve their thin rotation. 2 am, Thu Jan 26

Sox interested in righty Edwin Jackson – Boston Herald, Scott Lauber

At this point, less than a month before pitchers and catchers report to spring training, the Red Sox are more likely… 1 am, Thu Jan 26

Source: Sox hope Roy Oswalt signs on – ESPN Boston blog, Gordon Edes

BOSTON — The calendar, with spring training less than a month away, gives you every reason to believe the Red Sox will soon be adding another starting pitcher. If they do not succeed in signing Roy Oswalt, to whom they have made an offer, a team so 12 am, Thu Jan 26

Middlebrooks tabbed Red Sox’s top prospect – MLB.com, Evan Drellich

Four Red Sox with legitimate power potential are included on MLB.com’s Top 100 Prospects list, and for Boston, that’s a realistic representation of its Minor League system on the whole — in terms of both the number of prospects on the list and the t 11 pm, Wed Jan 25

Boston Red Sox eyeing starters Edwin Jackson, Roy Oswalt, Gavin Floyd et al to strengthen rotation – ESPN Boston, Gordon Edes

Whether it’s Jackson, Oswalt or Floyd, the Sox are open to adding a starter 11 pm, Wed Jan 25

Cherington balancing needs, budget – MLB.com, Evan Drellich

With speculation swirling around Roy Oswalt and Edwin Jackson in the wake of a the Marco Scutaro deal, Red Sox general manager Ben Cherington offered some limited insight into the club’s offseason strategy in a radio interview on Wednesday. 8 pm, Wed Jan 25

Bailey avoids arbitration – Boston Globe Extra Bases

By Peter Abraham, Globe Staff The Red Sox avoided arbitration with new closer Andrew Bailey, signing him to a one-year deal worth $3.9 million with an additional $100,000 possible in incentives. Bailey was seeking $4.7 million in arbitration and the. 8 pm, Wed Jan 25

Sox, Bailey agree on $3.9 million deal – WEEI Alex Speier

According to an industry source, new Red Sox reliever Andrew Bailey reached agreement with the Red Sox on a one-year, $3.9 million deal that includes up to $100,000 in performance bonuses. That is below the $4.025 million midpoint of the $4.7 million 7 pm, Wed Jan 25

Dustin Pedroia on The Big Show: Punk’d by Andre Ethier – WEEI blog Craig Meyer

Dustin Pedroia joined The Big Show for his weekly radio appearance to talk about the Marco Scutaro trade, Julio Iglesias, Nick Punto, Mike Aviles and his beloved San Francisco 49ers. Yet the visit was particularly noteworthy for another reason, as th 7 pm, Wed Jan 25

Red Sox, closer Andrew Bailey agree on one-year, $3.9 million deal – Boston Herald Blog

Rather than going to an arbitration hearing next month, the Red Sox have closed a deal with their new closer. Andrew Bailey, acquired Dec. 28 in a five-player trade with the Oakland Athletics, agreed today on a one-year contract, the Red Sox announce 7 pm, Wed Jan 25

Bailey avoids arbitration with one-year contract – MLB.com, Evan Drellich

The Red Sox have avoided salary arbitration with Andrew Bailey by signing the closer to a one-year, $3.9 million contract, according to a baseball source. 6 pm, Wed Jan 25

Red Sox GM Ben Cherington with the Big Show – WEEI Red Sox Audio

The Sox GM joined Glenn and Michael to talk Scutaro, Punto, Oswalt, Luxury Tax and all things off-season.[0:02:56] … can reallocate their money elsewhere we we did part of that with Cody Ross. And we all and you know as you guys know we’ve we’ve wa 6 pm, Wed Jan 25

Red Sox GM Ben Cherington: ‘Don’t feel like we need’ to make a move – WEEI blog Alex Speier

Red Sox GM Ben Cherington, in an interview on The Big Show, said that the Red Sox face a budget but not a mandate to stay under the $178 million luxury tax threshold for 2012, explained the rationale for the trade of Marco Scutaro to the Rockies and 6 pm, Wed Jan 25

Source: Red Sox more likely to sign free agent pitcher; Edwin Jackson on radar – Boston Herald, Scott Lauber

At this point, less than a month before pitchers and catchers must report to Fort Myers, the Red Sox are more likely… 6 pm, Wed Jan 25

Red Sox notes: Cherington on Scutaro deal; plus, scouting Mike Aviles – Boston Herald Blog

By trading shortstop Marco Scutaro to the Colorado Rockies last Saturday night, the Red Sox will be able to, in the words of GM Ben Cherington on WEEI today, “reallocate” his $6 million salary ($7.67 million against the collective bargain 6 pm, Wed Jan 25

Sox making a move on Jackson, Oswalt? – ESPN Boston blog, ESPNBoston.com

The Red Sox made an offer to free-agent pitcher Edwin Jackson and are in ongoing discussions with him, a source told ESPN’s Jim Bowden, and have also made an offer to 34-year-old free-agent pitcher Roy Oswalt, according to a CBSSports.com report. We 6 pm, Wed Jan 25

Pedroia: ‘Definitely surprised’ by Scutaro deal – WEEI Alex Speier

Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia, in his weekly appearance on The Big Show, suggested that he was caught off-guard by Saturday’s deal sending shortstop Marco Scutaro — who had seemed the Sox’ likely Opening Day shortstop — to the Rockies in ex 5 pm, Wed Jan 25

Cherington: Sox not motivated by luxury tax – WEEI Rob Bradford

Appearing on The Big Show Wednesday afternoon, Red Sox general manager Ben Cherington said that there was no instruction from ownership to remain under the luxury tax threshold of $178 million.read more 5 pm, Wed Jan 25

Source: Red Sox more likely to sign free agent pitcher; Edwin Jackson on radar – Boston Herald Blog

At this point, less than a month before pitchers and catchers must report to Fort Myers, the Red Sox are more likely to address their starting rotation needs through free agency than via a trade, according to a major-league source. One potential solu 5 pm, Wed Jan 25

Dustin Pedroia’s Laser Show on the Big Show – WEEI Red Sox Audio

Dustin Pedroia joined the Big Show for his weekly segment, and talked about losing Scutaro, gaining Cody Ross and Nick Punto, and then got a surprise from his best friend. 4 pm, Wed Jan 25

Some random thoughts while waiting for spring training – Boston Globe Extra Bases

By Peter Abraham, Globe Staff The Red Sox lineup could look something like this on Opening Day: Ellsbury CF Pedroia 2B Gonzalez 1B Ortiz DH Youkilis 3B Saltalamacchia C Sweeney RF Aviles SS McDonald LF Five All-Stars, then you fall… 4 pm, Wed Jan 25

Updates on Oswalt and Jackson – Boston Globe Extra Bases

By Peter Abraham, Globe Staff The latest pitching rumors: * Danny Knobler of CBS suggests that Roy Oswalt may not be crazy about the Red Sox. * ESPN’s Jim Bowden reported on Twitter that the Red Sox have made an… 4 pm, Wed Jan 25

Top 100 Prospects list to be unveiled tonight – MLB.com, Adam Berry

David Price, Jason Heyward, Mike Stanton, Buster Posey and Jeremy Hellickson were among the many recent up-and-comers to hit the ground running in the Major Leagues. Who might have such an impact in 2012? Find out Wednesday night with the unveiling o 3 pm, Wed Jan 25

Source: Red Sox ‘exploring everything’ to create roster spot for Cody Ross – WEEI blog Alex Speier

As first pointed out by Brian MacPherson of the Providence Journal (via twitter), the Red Sox face a bit of a roster crunch at the moment. The team’s 40-man roster is currently fully occupied, meaning that in order to finalize the recent one-ye 3 pm, Wed Jan 25

Youk’s night to bring out Bobby V, Gavin DeGraw – MLB blog, Ian Browne

Red Sox manager Bobby Valentine and performing artist Gavin DeGraw — he of “Not Over You” top-40 radio fame — are slated to spend Thursday night at the State Room in Boston in support of Kevin Youkilis. The second annual Not Your Ave 2 pm, Wed Jan 25

Mike Aviles, Nick Punto looking forward returning the position they call home – shortstop – WEEI Rob Bradford

“That’s my favorite and most natural position and the position I enjoy playing the most. I’m looking forward to it,” – Mike Aviles. “It’s my natural position, the position I feel the most comfortable at, and 12 pm, Wed Jan 25

How Red Sox 1B Adrian Gonzalez’ contract stacks up to Pujols, Prince – Boston Herald Blog

The parameters of the trade already had been agreed upon. In exchange for Adrian Gonzalez, the Red Sox would part with Casey Kelly, Anthony Rizzo and Reymond Fuentes, all coveted prospects but none too irreplaceable to sacrifice for a Gold Glove firs 9 am, Wed Jan 25

Good Morning, it is Wednesday January 25th, 2012 and here are some of the Red Sox links from Boston media outlets within last 24 hours.

Total of 12 articles published in that span was collected here.

Sizable barrier cleared – Boston Herald, Michael Silverman

With his nine-year, $214 million contract with the out-of-nowhere Tigers yesterday, Prince Fielder became the last… 1 am, Wed Jan 25

Everybody’s All-American – Boston Dirt Dogs blog

Whiny Tim: ‘I’m American to the bone’ 11 pm, Tue Jan 24

Prince Fielder and the challenge of building through free agency – WEEI blog Alex Speier

As the Red Sox prepared to reload after missing the playoffs in 2010, they faced something of a dilemma. They could part with three of their top prospects in an effort to acquire a superstar first baseman, or they could wait until after the 2011 seas 9 pm, Tue Jan 24

Prince Fielder signs with Tigers – Boston Globe Extra Bases

By Peter Abraham, Globe Staff Tim Brown of Yahoo! Sports is reporting that Prince Fielder is close to a nine-year (yes, nine) deal with the Detroit Tigers. The American League is getting ridiculous. First Albert Pujols and now Fielder. More… 8 pm, Tue Jan 24

Podcast: Putting the pieces together – Boston Globe Extra Bases

Peter Abraham and Chad Finn discuss the acquisition of Cody Ross and the departure of Marco Scutaro in this week’s podcast. 8 pm, Tue Jan 24

SoxProspects: Putting in the hard work – ESPN Boston blog, Jon Meoli, SoxProspects.com

Even in the winter, when progress can’t be tracked by stats or scouting reports, every prospect in the Red Sox organization is working toward the goal of playing big-league ball. Many have their own routines; nuanced approaches developed from e 7 pm, Tue Jan 24

Varitek lauds Posada – Boston Herald Blog

The Yankees’ Jorge Posada retired today and the Yankees rustled up a few quotes. One of them is from Red Sox captain Jason Varitek: After hundreds of head-to-head games during the regular season and the postseason, I can’t say I respect 2 pm, Tue Jan 24

Before Tim Thomas, there was Manny – ESPN Boston blog, Gordon Edes

BOSTON–A blogger at the conservative National Review, in discussing the decision by Bruins goalie Tim Thomas not to attend a White House ceremony honoring the Stanley Cup champions, said that former Red Sox GM Theo Epstein skipped both such ceremoni 2 pm, Tue Jan 24

In Boston, it’s what have you done for me lately? – ESPN Boston blog, Gordon Edes

BOSTON — Man, in this town, if you’re a professional sports franchise and you’re not playing for a championship, you’re standing still. Remember when the Red Sox owned this place by winning two World Series in the span of four sea 1 pm, Tue Jan 24

Jorge Posada announces retirement; lauded by Jason Varitek – Boston Globe Extra Bases

By Peter Abraham, Globe Staff Long-time Yankees catcher Jorge Posada announced his retirement today. The press conference just started in the Bronx. Derek Jeter, Mariano Rivera and Andy Pettitte are on hand for the event at Yankee Stadium along with. 1 pm, Tue Jan 24

Valentine in Stamford on Sunday – Boston Globe Extra Bases

By Peter Abraham, Globe Staff If you live in Connecticut, Bobby Valentine will be appearing at a charity event in Stamford on Sunday. Ed Randall of WFAN will hold a Q&A with Valentine from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Rippowam Middle School…. 12 pm, Tue Jan 24

Good Morning, it is Tuesday January 24th, 2012 and here are some of the Red Sox links from Boston media outlets within last 24 hours.

Total of 20 articles published in that span was collected here.

OF Cody Ross agrees to sign with Red Sox – Boston Globe, Janie McCauley (AP)

Cody Ross agreed to sign with the Boston Red Sox, giving them an experienced hitter with postseason success on his resume to help replace J.D. Drew in right field. 7 am, Tue Jan 24

Red Sox close to signing outfielder Ross – Boston Globe, Peter Abraham

A team source said last night that the Red Sox were “close’’ to signing Cody Ross to a one-year contract worth $3 million. The deal would include incentives based on playing time. 7 am, Tue Jan 24

Cody Ross says hello, Red Sox fans – Boston Globe Extra Bases

By Peter Abraham, Globe Staff The Red Sox have not yet announced their deal with Cody Ross. But Ross is a member of the team as far as he’s concerned. His Twitter feed certainly left no doubt. (Hat trip to… 2 am, Tue Jan 24

Sox closing deal with OF Ross – Boston Herald, Michael Silverman

The Red Sox were working toward filling an important hole in the roster last night, with a club source saying a… 1 am, Tue Jan 24

Via Twitter, Cody Ross introduces himself to Red Sox Nation – Boston Herald Blog

Behold, Cody Ross’ introduction to Red Sox fans. Earlier tonight, Michael Silverman reported the Sox were on the verge of finalizing a one-year contract with Ross, a right-handed hitter who figures to split time in right field with lefty-swingi 1 am, Tue Jan 24

Sox add OF with White House experience – ESPN Boston blog, Gordon Edes

BOSTON — For what it’s worth, when the San Francisco Giants won their first World Series in 2010, Cody Ross went to the White House with his teammates. Here’s proof. The Red Sox would like nothing more than for Ross, who hit five home 11 pm, Mon Jan 23

Ross reportedly signs with Red Sox – MLB.com, Quinn Roberts

The Red Sox have reportedly signed free-agent outfielder Cody Ross, according to Ken Rosenthal of FOXSports.com and Pete Abraham of the Boston Globe. 10 pm, Mon Jan 23

Sources: Red Sox add outfielder Cody Ross to the mix – WEEI blog Alex Speier

According to multiple major league sources, the Red Sox are finalizing a one-year deal with free agent outfielder Cody Ross. Ross will receive a $3 million base salary, with possible “high-level” performance bonuses also in the mix. News 10 pm, Mon Jan 23

Red Sox near finalizing one-year deal with free agent outfielder Cody Ross – Boston Herald Blog

The Red Sox were on the verge of finalizing a one-year deal tonight with free agent outfielder Cody Ross, a move that would shore up the team’s brittle outfield depth in the wake of Carl Crawford’s wrist surgery and the departure of J.D. 10 pm, Mon Jan 23

Source: Sox sign OF Ross to 1-year deal – ESPN Boston blog, Gordon Edes

The Red Sox signed free agent outfielder Cody Ross to a one-year deal worth about $3 million, plus performance bonuses, a league source confirmed. More on the signing to come. 10 pm, Mon Jan 23

Reports: Sox could be nearing deal with Ross – WEEI Alex Speier

Free agent outfielder Cody Ross, according to Andrew Baggarly of the San Jose Mercury News (via twitter), may reach a deal with a team as soon as tonight, with Baggarly suggesting that the Red Sox offering a more favorable park and more money than wa 9 pm, Mon Jan 23

Red Sox extend contract with Greenville – Boston Globe Extra Bases

This from the Red Sox: The Boston Red Sox and Greenville (S.C.) Drive today announced the extension of their player development contract for an additional four years. The extension keeps the Red Sox South Atlantic League Single-A affiliate in Greenvi 9 pm, Mon Jan 23

Red Sox sign Cody Ross – Boston Globe Extra Bases

By Peter Abraham, Globe Staff The Red Sox are reportedly negotiating with free agent outfielder Cody Ross and could have a deal done by the end of the night. Ross, who turned 31 in December, is a right-handed hitter who… 9 pm, Mon Jan 23

Sox, Drive extend player development contract – MLB.com, Evan Drellich

Red Sox manager Bobby Valentine was in South Carolina on Monday, at an annual dinner for the Greenville Drive, one of Boston’s Class A affiliates. Earlier in the day, the Drive and the Sox announced their relationship’s been extended four more years, 7 pm, Mon Jan 23

Wakefield helping out in his hometown – Boston Globe Extra Bases

By Peter Abraham, Globe Staff Tim Wakefield fans will enjoy this story about some good deeds he’s doing in his hometown…. 5 pm, Mon Jan 23

The amazing carousel of Red Sox shortstops – Boston Globe Extra Bases

By Peter Abraham, Globe Staff Great stat from Bill Chuck of Billy-Ball.com: Since 2004, the Red Sox have had 24 different shortstops. Alex Cora has played the most games, 301. In that same time period, the Yankees have used 15… 5 pm, Mon Jan 23

Oswalt, Jackson intriguing options for Red Sox – MLB.com, Evan Drellich

Even if Daniel Bard’s transition to the rotation goes smoothly, another reliable starting pitcher could make a world of difference for the Red Sox as they enter Spring Training. 4 pm, Mon Jan 23

Obama to Bruins: ‘Enough already, Boston’ – WEEI Alex Speier

The Bruins visited the White House on Monday as President Barack Obama honored the Stanley Cup champions for both their title as well as the organization’s off-ice charitable activities. Though the Bruins were the first New England sports franchise t 4 pm, Mon Jan 23

These are the good old days for Boston – Boston Globe Extra Bases

By Peter Abraham, Globe Staff These are the good old days in Boston sports: 2001: Patriots win Super Bowl 2004: Patriots win Super Bowl; Red Sox win World Series 2005: Patriots win Super Bowl 2007: Red Sox win World Series… 3 pm, Mon Jan 23

Making sense of the Marco Scutaro trade – WEEI Alex Speier

The trade of Marco Scutaro was treated throughout baseball as a confounding maneuver. The idea that the Red Sox were shipping the player who had been penciled in as their Opening Day starter seemed to make almost no sense. read more 10 am, Mon Jan 23

Scutaro deal freed nearly $8M for luxury tax – WEEI Alex Speier

The motivation behind the Red Sox trade that sent shortstop Marco Scutaro to the Rockies on Saturday was unquestionably financial, but the amount of savings that the Sox achieved for luxury tax purposes was previously understated. Scutaro will earn $ 10 am, Mon Jan 23

Hot Stove: Kevin Millwood signs with Mariners – WEEI blog Jerry Spar

Right-handed pitcher Kevin Millwood agreed to a minor league deal with the Mariners, CBS Sports’ Jon Heyman reported Sunday night. Millwood signed with the Red Sox last May and pitched in Pawtucket until asking for and receiving his release on 9 am, Mon Jan 23

Good Morning, it is Monday January 23rd, 2012 and here are some of the Red Sox links from Boston media outlets within last 24 hours.

Total of 3 articles published in that span was collected here.

Still in search of next Nomar – Boston Herald, Michael Silverman

If you had to pick a position on the field to build a team around, shortstop is where most would start. Unless… 3 am, Mon Jan 23

Have We Ben Had? – Boston Dirt Dogs blog

McDonald, Sweeney, Aviles/Punto? For reals? 1 pm, Sun Jan 22

Tejeda No. 4 on list of top second-base prospects – MLB.com,

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Good Morning, it is Sunday January 22nd, 2012 and here are some of the Red Sox links from Boston media outlets within last 24 hours.

Total of 19 articles published in that span was collected here.

Red Sox could get help from unexpected sources – Boston Globe, Nick Cafardo

Ben Cherington and Bobby Valentine were pretty convincing at Thursday’s Baseball Writers Dinner when talking about their happiness with the Red Sox roster. Are we suckers for buying this? 5 am, Sun Jan 22

Scutaro dealt to Rockies – Boston Globe, Nick Cafardo

As The Shortstop Position Turns. 3 am, Sun Jan 22

Salary dump sends Scutaro to Rockies – Boston Herald, Michael Silverman

The Red Sox lost a shortstop, but gained nearly $6 million to put toward other needs last night, trading Marco… 1 am, Sun Jan 22

Did Boston Red Sox trade Marco Scutaro to clear cash for Roy Oswalt? – ESPN Boston, Gordon Edes

Marco to Colo. yielded another pitcher, but real prize could be extra cash to sign Roy 12 am, Sun Jan 22

Sox ink right-hander Bard to one-year contract – MLB.com, Ian Browne

The Red Sox avoided an arbitration hearing with righty Daniel Bard, signing him to a $1.6125 million deal on Saturday. 9 pm, Sat Jan 21

Reports: Red Sox, Rockies reach deal for Scutaro – Boston Globe Extra Bases

The Red Sox and Rockies are near completion on a trade that would send shortstop Marco Scutaro to Colorado in exchange for a pitcher, according to multiple reports out Saturday. 9 pm, Sat Jan 21

Sox trade Scutaro for pitcher – Boston Globe Extra Bases

The Red Sox received RHP Clayton Mortensen from Colorado. He is a former supplemental first round pick now with his fourth organization. With the $6 million saved in dealing Scutaro, the Sox could pursue RHP Roy Oswalt or OF Cody… 9 pm, Sat Jan 21

Bard signs, avoids arbitration. – Boston Globe Extra Bases

The Red Sox signed Daniel Bard to a one-year deal worth $1.625 million. That was the midpoint of the arbitration filings. Bard, 26, had a 3.33 ERA last season as a reliever and is coming to camp to compete for… 9 pm, Sat Jan 21

Scutaro dealt from Red Sox to Rockies – MLB.com, Ian Browne

The Red Sox traded shortstop Marco Scutaro to Colorado in exchange for right-hander Clayton Mortensen, the Rockies announced on Saturday. 8 pm, Sat Jan 21

What did the Red Sox get for Marco Scutaro? A look at Clay Mortensen – WEEI blog Alex Speier

The Red Sox’ main motivation for dealing shortstop Marco Scutaro was to clear his $6 million payroll in order to make a run at addressing other areas of need, most likely their rotation. Even so, the team acquired a pitcher who could provide th 8 pm, Sat Jan 21

Red Sox agree to one-year deal with Bard – WEEI Alex Speier

The Red Sox announced that they have reached agreement with Daniel Bard on a one-year deal for the 2012 season. According to a source, the deal will pay the 26-year-old $1.6125 million. The right-hander, who has just under three years of major league 8 pm, Sat Jan 21

Sox, Bard strike deal to avoid arbitration – ESPN Boston blog, ESPNBoston.com

The Boston Red Sox announced Saturday that they reached agreement with RHP Daniel Bard on a one-year, non-guaranteed contract — meaning the sides won’t have to go to arbitration. Terms were not disclosed, but a major league source told ESPNBoston.c 8 pm, Sat Jan 21

Boston Red Sox deal Marco Scutaro to Colorado Rockies for Clayton Mortensen – ESPN Boston, Gordon Edes

The Boston Red Sox have agreed to a deal to send shortstop Marco Scutaro to the Colorado Rockies in exchange for Clayton Mortensen. 8 pm, Sat Jan 21

Red Sox deal Marco Scutaro in preparation for likely run at starter – WEEI blog Alex Speier

All offseason, the Red Sox’ moves have been limited by the amount of payroll available to the team. On Saturday night, the team took a step to free up resources. According to major league sources, the Red Sox agreed to a deal sending shortstop 7 pm, Sat Jan 21

Denver Post: Red Sox trade Scutaro to Rockies – Boston Herald Blog

The Denver Post is reporting that the Red Sox have traded shortstop Marco Scutaro and his $6 million salary to the Rockies for sinkerballer pitcher Clayton Mortensen. With the salary relief, the Red Sox may be able to apply the savings for a starter 7 pm, Sat Jan 21

Red Sox confirm Scutaro to Rockies deal – Boston Herald Blog

A club source has confirmed that the Red Sox traded Marco Scutaro to the Rockies for right-handed sinkerballer Clayton Mortensen. No cash was involved in the transaction, so the Red Sox successfully shed the bulk of Scutaro’s $6 million 2012 sa 7 pm, Sat Jan 21

Source: Scutaro to Rockies ‘likely’ – WEEI Alex Speier

Accorinding to a major league source, a deal sending Red Sox shortstop Marco Scutaro to the Rockies is “likely,” though the deal has not yet been done. The Sox exercised a $6 million option on Scutaro’s contract for the 2012 deal. While he had b 6 pm, Sat Jan 21

Valentine in New York for BBWAA dinner – Boston Globe Extra Bases

By Peter Abraham, Globe Staff NEW YORK — Greetings from snowy Manhattan, where the New York chapter of the Baseball Writers’ Association of America is holding its annual dinner tonight. There will be 1,200 or so people at the event… 5 pm, Sat Jan 21

Valentine on beer-gate: ‘Never on my watch’ – WEEI Alex Speier

Red Sox manager Bobby Valentine, in a session at the World Baseball and Softball Coaches’ Convention at Mohegan Sun Arena, deemed the consumption of beer and fried chicken in the clubhouse during games “inexcusable,” and said (in comments relaye 9 am, Sat Jan 21