Archive for April 5th, 2012

Red Sox links (71 articles) Thu. Apr. 5

April 5th, 2012  |  Published in News

Good Morning, it is Thursday April 5th, 2012 and here are some of the Red Sox links from Boston media outlets within last 24 hours.

Total of 71 articles published in that span was collected here.

Thursday’s Red Sox-Tigers matchups: Jon Lester vs. Justin Verlander – WEEI blog Craig Meyer
After the sharp sting of the 2011 season, the number of major changes made to the organization in the offseason and all the eager hours of anticipation, the Red Sox will take back to the field as they kick off their 2012 season Thursday against the T
Closing argument made for Padilla – Boston Globe, Tony Massarotti
In baseball, especially, you generally get what you pay for, which in the case of the Red Sox is a closer with a history of injuries. Andrew Bailey is gone for months, not weeks, and even then there is no assurance that he will be able to stay on the
Boston Red Sox’s Jon Lester aims for a fifth season of excellence – ESPN Boston, Gordon Edes
Lefty’s legacy is the same as it ever was: He’s aiming for 30 starts, 200 innings
Boston Red Sox GM Ben Cherington set to ‘sit back and watch’ – ESPN Boston, Gordon Edes
Cherington says the Red Sox feel good, but not perfect, entering Opening Day
Red Sox would have been better off going with Bard – Boston Globe, Nick Cafardo
Daniel Bard is the traditional power-pitching, short-inning guy who can blow batters away with fastballs in the 98-100-mile-per-hour range. He was easily replaceable in the starting rotation by Aaron Cook, who will start the season in Pawtucket.
Reasons aplenty to expect no title for Red Sox – Boston Globe, Dan Shaughnessy
The Red Sox this year are underdogs, hiding in the weeds while all the attention is focused on American League teams from New York, Detroit, Anaheim, Dallas-Fort Worth, and Tampa Bay.
Lester happy to start season with clean slate – Boston Globe, Michael Vega
Jon Lester will look to start the season with a clean slate when he makes the second consecutive Opening Day start for the Red Sox Thursday against the Tigers, the lone American League team he has never defeated.
Beckett doesn’t expect to be limited – Boston Globe, Peter Abraham
Josh Beckett said on Wednesday that he has been dealing with discomfort in his right thumb for 18 months and that surgery ultimately may be the remedy. But he is not expecting to be limited this season.
Sox fans hope for a team they can love – Boston Globe, Peter Schworm
Walking by Fenway Park on a sublime spring day, Susie Adams could feel the anticipation in the air, the promise of a new season. Opening Day, baseball’s blessed return, was nearly here. But like many Red Sox fans who still wince at the memory o
Choice words – Boston Globe, Peter Abraham
There will be no closer controversy for the Red Sox . Before Andrew Bailey was out of surgery on Wednesday, manager Bobby Valentine named Alfredo Aceves as Bailey’s replacement.
First-timer’s club – Boston Herald, Scott Lauber
On Dec. 1, Bobby Valentine was named the 45th manager in Red Sox history. Several of his predecessors fared exceptionally…
Same old, same old for mediocre O’s – Boston Herald, Michael Silverman
When the Orioles pulled the plug on the Red Sox’ postseason hopes in the final game of the season last year,…
Josh Beckett thumbs a ride – Boston Herald, Scott Lauber
DETROIT – Josh Beckett isn’t concerned about his bothersome right thumb, and he doesn’t think Red Sox fans should…
Bobby Valentine plays down NY chats – Boston Herald, Steve Buckley
DETROIT – The original plan was for Bobby Valentine to stop working in the media to manage the Red Sox, and for…
Raising hell with Sox bats – Boston Herald, John Tomase
DETROIT – There are two ways to deal with a lack of pitching. 1. Get more pitching. 2. Hit the hell out…
Alfredo Aceves to close deal – Boston Herald, Scott Lauber
DETROIT – All along, the Red Sox were counting on Alfredo Aceves to pitch in impactful situations this season. How…
Jon Lester eyes a fast start – Boston Herald, John Tomase
DETROIT — When the Red Sox and Tigers open the season this afternoon, all eyes will be on Detroit’s reigning Cy…
2012 spring training — Boston Red Sox GM Ben Cherington – ESPN Boston, Gordon Edes
Cherington says the Red Sox feel good, but not perfect, entering Opening Day
It seems there are slightly high hopes for Theo Epstein in Chicago – Boston Globe Extra Bases
By Peter Abraham, Globe Staff Now it’s clear why Theo left Boston. We weren’t willing to worship him like a deity….
Red Sox aim to wipe slate clean in Detroit – MLB.com, Anthony Castrovince
Both the Tigers and Red Sox have serious World Series expectations, which makes their Opening Day matchup even more intriguing.
Pitching matchups for the Detroit series – Boston Globe Extra Bases
Thursday: LHP Jon Lester (15-9, 3.47) vs. RHP Justin Verlander (24-5, 2.40), 1:05 p.m., NESN, ESPN2 Saturday: RHP Josh Beckett (13-7, 2.89) vs. RHP Doug Fister (11-13, 2.83), 4:05 p.m., FOX Sunday: RHP Clay Buchholz (6-3, 3.48) vs. RHP Max…
i Heart Radio – Boston Dirt Dogs blog
Bobby V takes his show on the road. Listen to Bobby tell Yankee fans about the Boston Red Sox on New York radio.
Mark Melancon: ‘I would’ve liked that (closer) role’ — plus, video – Boston Herald Blog
DETROIT — Mark Melancon has confidence in Alfredo Aceves’ ability to be effective as the Red Sox’ closer. That doesn’t mean he didn’t want the job. “I would’ve liked to have that role, yeah,” Melancon s
Aceves to close if needed in Red Sox’s opener – MLB.com,
Red Sox manager Bobby Valentine said if he needs a save for Thursday’s season opener in Detroit, it’ll be Alfredo Aceves.
Valentine, Lester eager to get season started – MLB.com,
Red Sox manager Bobby Valentine didn’t mince any words when he discussed his club’s prospects on the eve of the season opener.
Tigers, Red Sox open season amid high hopes – Boston Globe, Noah Trister (AP)
The Boston Red Sox are trying to forget last season. The Detroit Tigers are trying to build on it.
Red Sox announce Opening Day roster – WEEI blog Alex Speier
DETROIT — The Red Sox announced their season-opening major league roster, a group that will feature two particularly unusual elements. First, the team will have 13 pitchers, with an eight-man bullpen as the Sox try to sift through roles in the
Beckett ‘dumbfounded’ by thumb fuss – Boston Herald, Scott Lauber
DETROIT – Upon rejoining the Red Sox here today, Josh Beckett downplayed a mysterious right thumb “issue” and said…
Podcast: Bobby V on ESPN NY Radio – ESPN Boston blog, ESPNBoston.com
Red Sox manager Bobby Valentine made the first of what will be weekly appearances on ESPN New York Radio’s Michael Kay show (LISTEN TO THE INTERVIEW HERE). Among the topics discussed were the injury to Andrew Bailey, how the Red Sox will handle clos
Sox set roster; 9 on DL ($59.27m) – ESPN Boston blog, Gordon Edes
DETROIT — The Red Sox submitted their 25-man Opening Day roster by Wednesday’s 5 p.m. deadline, placing three players — closer Andrew Bailey (thumb), reliever Chris Carpenter (elbow) and Ryan Kalish (neck, shoulder) — on the 60-day disabled list.
Red Sox make some roster moves – Boston Globe Extra Bases
By Peter Abraham, Globe Staff DETROIT — Here are the roster moves today: Placed on the 60-day DL RHP Andrew Bailey RHP Chris Carpenter OF Ryan Kalish Placed on the 15-day DL OF Carl Crawford LHP Rich Hill RHP Daisuke…
Josh Beckett: thumb injury ‘a lot better now’ – Boston Globe Extra Bases
Josh Beckett said on Wednesday that he has been dealing with discomfort in his right thumb for 18 months and that surgery may ultimately be the remedy. But he is not expecting to be limited this season.
Josh Beckett: Though thumb eventually may require surgery, ‘dumbfounded’ by concern – WEEI blog Alex Speier
DETROIT — In most years, little drama surrounds a team on the day of its final workout prior to the start of the regular season. In that sense, the 2012 Red Sox are already an atypical team. Andrew Bailey will undergo surgery on the torn ulnar
Beckett: Fine now, future surgery possible – WEEI Alex Speier
DETROIT — Red Sox starter Josh Beckett said that he is fine to pitch after seeing two specialists who examined his sore right thumb. The right-hander explained that he has been dealing with discomfort in his thumb for 18 months, resulting in an offs
Red Sox set Opening Day roster to include 13 pitchers – Boston Herald Blog
DETROIT — Given the uncertainty in the bullpen after closer Andrew Bailey had thumb surgery today, the Red Sox have decided to carry 13 pitchers on their Opening Day roster, leaving only infielder Nick Punto, outfielder Darnell McDonald and bac
Cherington: Beckett ‘feeling really good’ – ESPN Boston blog, Gordon Edes
DETROIT — Red Sox general manager Ben Cherington said there is no cause for alarm regarding Josh Beckett’s right thumb, a sentiment that was echoed by the pitcher to reporters here Wednesday. “He’s got some changes in that joint that are similar
Boston Red Sox’s Bobby Valentine has regular gig on NY radio – ESPN Boston, Gordon Edes
Bobby Valentine, who was working for ESPN before he was hired by the Boston Red Sox, has agreed to do a weekly show with Michael Kay on ESPN Radio New York.
Crawford taking live BP, ‘progressing’ – ESPN Boston blog, Gordon Edes
DETROIT — Red Sox outfielder Carl Crawford, back in Fort Myers recovering from wrist surgery, has taken batting practice a couple of times on the field, general manager Ben Cherington said here Thursday. “He’s responded well so far,&rsq
Notes: Dice-K gets closer to rehab stint – ESPN Boston blog, Gordon Edes
DETROIT — The reports continuing to be encouraging on pitcher Daisuke Matsuzaka, 10 months into his recovery from Tommy John elbow reconstruction surgery. “He’ll be in Fort Myers, I think, at least for most of April,” GM Ben Cherington said, “gett
Sox Manager Bobby Valentine with the Big Show – WEEI Red Sox Audio
We have our first weekly visit with new Red Sox manager Bobby Valentine. Bobby comments on his NY radio show, Beckett’s health, and his bullpen now that Andrew Bailey is gone. [0:00:00] … the big show Blanc — white Michael holly as is the Jack Cus
Cherington: No regrets on Bailey trade – WEEI Alex Speier
DETROIT — Red Sox GM Ben Cherington’s team suffered an undeniable setback on the doorstep of the season with the news that slated closer Andrew Bailey will be lost for at least the first half of the season due to surgery on his right thumb. That sai
Red Sox tab Aceves as closer – WEEI Alex Speier
DETROIT — Red Sox manager Bobby Valentine said that, with Andrew Bailey sidelined for the first half of the season due to surgery on his right thumb, Alfredo Aceves will serve as the Sox’ closer at the start of the season. Mark Melancon will be the
Valentine: No restrictions for Beckett – WEEI Alex Speier
DETROIT — Red Sox manager Bobby Valentine said that, after Josh Beckett sought medical examinations in both San Antonio and Cleveland for the discomfort in his right thumb, the right-hander is set to pitch without any restrictions. “The nature of t
Bobby V: No limitations for Josh Beckett on Saturday – Boston Herald Blog
DETROIT — Josh Beckett has rejoined the Red Sox and remains scheduled to start Saturday against the Tigers, although there’s still some question about the nature of a right thumb injured that required opinions from three doctors, includin
Alfredo Aceves will close for Sox – Boston Herald, Scott Lauber
DETROIT – For openers, Alfredo Aceves will be the Red Sox’ closer. As the Red Sox began their final Opening Day…
Alfredo Aceves will close for Boston Red Sox with Andrew Bailey hurt – ESPN Boston, Gordon Edes
Alfredo Aceves, the former Yankee castoff who had a bounce-back season in 2011 with the Red Sox, will open the season as Boston’s closer, manager Bobby Valentine announced Wednesday.
Friday at 12: Chat about Sox prospects – ESPN Boston blog, ESPNBoston.com
Join us on Friday at noon for a chat with the radio broadcasters for the Triple-A Pawtucket Red Sox (Aaron Goldsmith), the Double-A Portland Sea Dogs (Mike Antonellis) and Single-A Salem Red Sox (Evan Lepler) along with SoxProspects.com founder Mike
Valentine on doing NY radio: ‘There aren’t any Boston fans in NY?’ – ESPN Boston blog, Gordon Edes
DETROIT — Bobby Valentine, who was working for ESPN before he was hired by the Red Sox, has agreed to do a weekly show with Michael Kay on ESPN Radio New York. Kay also is the play-by-play man on Yankees telecasts on the Yes Network. Valentine wa
Edes, McDonald preview Sox opener – ESPN Boston blog, ESPNBoston.com
In the video above, ESPN Boston’s Gordon Edes and Joe McDonald preview Boston’s opening-day match-up in Detroit on Thursday. McDonald notes that the Red Sox will feature a “different type of lineup than they had last season,” especially with Carl Cr
Why Daniel Bard won’t close … for now – Boston Herald, Scott Lauber
DETROIT – One thing we’ve learned about Ben Cherington in the five months since he took over as general manager…
Alfredo Aceves named as Red Sox’ closer – Boston Herald Blog
DETROIT — For openers, Alfredo Aceves will be the Red Sox’ closer. As the Red Sox began their final Opening Day tuneup with a two-hour workout here today, manager Bobby Valentine announced that Aceves will the first chance to pitch in a s
Aceves to open season as closer – ESPN Boston blog, Gordon Edes
DETROIT — Alfredo Aceves, the former Yankee castoff who had a splendid bounce-back season in 2011 with the Red Sox, will open the season as the Sox closer, manager Bobby Valentine announced Wednesday. Aceves, who has four career saves, including tw
Tigers set their lineup for Opener – Boston Globe Extra Bases
By Peter Abraham, Globe Staff DETROIT — The Tigers are not at Comerica Park today. They’re playing a game against Triple-A Toledo. But Jim Leyland did announce his lineup: Austin Jackson CF Brennan Boesch RF Miguel Cabrera 3B Prince Fielder…
Valentine names Aceves the closer – Boston Globe Extra Bases
By Peter Abraham, Globe Staff DETROIT — A few bits of news from Bobby Valentine’s press conference just now: • Alfredo Aceves is the closer. • The Sox are keeping 13 pitchers for now. Vicente Padilla, Scott Atchison and Justin…
Facing surgery, Andrew Bailey weighs in on Twitter – Boston Herald Blog
DETROIT — Andrew Bailey is scheduled for right thumb surgery today at the Cleveland Clinic, but he has made this post to Twitter, pledging a return to the Red Sox this season. A team source told the Herald’s Michael Silverman yesterday th
10 burning questions with Edes and Mac – ESPN Boston blog, Gordon Edes and Joe McDonald
Edes McDonald As part of our Red Sox season preview, we asked our baseball scribes — Gordon Edes and Joe McDonald — to answer 10 burning questions on the 2012 Red Sox. Below are their responses. Share your thoughts as well by answering
Who has to play well for the Red Sox to succeed? – Globe 10.0
Bailey hoping to get back this season – Boston Globe Extra Bases
By Peter Abraham, Globe Staff DETROIT — Here’s what Andrew Bailey posted on Twitter just a few minutes ago. He will have surgery on this thumb today in Cleveland. Injury experts, including the estimable Will Carroll, believe that Bailey…
Francona: Red Sox will make the playoffs – Boston Globe Extra Bases
By Peter Abraham, Globe Staff DETROIT — ESPN polled 49 folks in their employ about the coming season, basically everybody there who writes, talks or thinks about baseball. The person we were most curious about was Terry Francona, proud member…
Bobby Valentine joins The Big Show Wednesday afternoon – WEEI blog Jerry Spar
Red Sox manager Bobby Valentine won’t have a shortage of topics to discuss when he joins WEEI’s The Big Show for his weekly Wednesday appearance at 2:35 p.m. With closer Andrew Bailey set to undergo surgery on his injured thumb and miss t
Video: State of the Nation season debut – ESPN Boston blog, ESPNBoston.com
In the season premier of “State of the Nation,” ESPNBoston.com’s Gordon Edes and Joe McDonald give their thoughts on how to best replace Andrew Bailey at closer, assess Bobby Valentine’s first spring training, make their season predictions for the Re
ESPN picks: No faith in the Red Sox – ESPN Boston blog, ESPNBoston.com
What a difference a year makes. When ESPN.com pundits made their predictions for the 2011 season last April, and overwhelming 33 of those polled picked the Red Sox to win the World Series. And of the 12 folks who predicted someone else would win, n
Bobby V on ESPN NY Radio each week – ESPN Boston blog, ESPNBoston.com
Starting today at 4:30 p.m., Red Sox manager Bobby Valentine will call in for a weekly segment on the Michael Kay Show on ESPN New York Radio 1050. Each week, we’ll also promote the appearance right here on ESPNBoston.com and recap it with the audio
Red Sox move show to Motor City — plus links! – Boston Herald Blog
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Red Sox action moves to Detroit today, where colleagues Scott Lauber, John Tomase and Steve Buckley will keep you apprised of all the comings and goings of the Red Sox the day before their season starts. There is a workou
We Bailey Knew Ye – Boston Dirt Dogs blog
Papelbon thinks the Phillies front office knows baseball better than the Red Sox front office.
Red Sox coverage in today’s Globe – Boston Globe Extra Bases
Those who know Mark Melancon the best think he could do the job as closer for the Red Sox. Andrew Bailey needs surgery and will likely be out for most of the season. Mike Vega has that story from Washington….
Here’s an idea: Make Padilla the closer – Boston Globe, Tony Massarotti
The Red Sox should try Vicente Padilla at closer to keep the team’s rotation and the rest of the bullpen relatively intact.
Lester: Not being included in elite ‘frustrating’ – WEEI Rob Bradford
Jon Lester, who is scheduled to make his second straight Opening Day start for the Red Sox, Thursday, talked to WEEI.com about his frustration regarding how he perceived among the elite pitchers in the game. Lester is one of three pitchers who has wo
Nuggetpalooza Red Sox preview: 25 guys, 25 nuggets – WEEI blog Gary Marbry
Here’s my contribution to the wonderful annual explosion of Opening Day previews: A statistical nugget of each of the Red Sox’ 25 players. Granted, a couple of these guys (Carl Crawford, Andrew Bailey) will begin the year on the disabled
Video: Cafardo discusses Bailey situation – Boston Globe Extra Bases
The Globe’s Nick Cafardo provides his opinion on the situation the Red Sox find themselves in following the news closer Andrew Bailey needs surgery and will be out 3-4 months.