Red Sox links (41 articles) Sun. Jul. 25

Good Morning, it is Sunday July 25th, 2010 and here are some of the Red Sox links from Boston media outlets within last 24 hours.

Total of 41 articles published in that span was collected here.

Bard has Sox bullpen armed and dangerous – Boston Globe, Peter Abraham

SEATTLE — Red Sox closer Jonathan Papelbon glares at the hitter before releasing a pitch. A primal scream and several energetic fist pumps often punctuate a successful outing. 4 am, Sun Jul 25

Martinez says he’s ready to return – Boston Globe, Amalie Benjamin and Peter Abraham

SEATTLE — With his mitt outfitted with a splint and a protective barrier, Victor Martinez caught Clay Buchholz’s side session yesterday. It was a step that would demonstrate how close the catcher is to rejoining the roster, how his fractu 4 am, Sun Jul 25

It all falls apart for Lester, Red Sox – Boston Globe, Amalie Benjamin

SEATTLE — As Jon Lester walked off the mound at the end of the evening, leaving his teammates three outs to redeem themselves, his head remained down until he reached the steps, when he took his glove and slammed it on the bench. The disappoint 4 am, Sun Jul 25

About last night: Mariners 5, Red Sox 1 – Boston Herald Blog

SEATTLE — Each time Jon Lester pitches, the Red Sox expect to win. And each time Lester pitches like he did last night, they expect to make history.nSo, after losing 5-1 to the lowly Mariners on a night when Lester had what catcher Kevin Cash c 4 am, Sun Jul 25

Thumbs up for Victor Martinez – Boston Herald, Scott Lauber

SEATTLE – It was the verbal equivalent of a thumbs up. Asked how the fracture at the tip of his left thumb… 3 am, Sun Jul 25

Recap: Mariners 5, Red Sox 1 – Boston Herald, Scott Lauber

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Loss hard for Jon Lester to chew on – Boston Herald, Michael Silverman

SEATTLE – One terrible error, one amazing bunt, one mistake pitch, one shabby relief effort and virtually no offense… 3 am, Sun Jul 25

A painful loss for Lester, Red Sox – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog

As he stood in left field for the first five innings tonight, Jeremy Hermida wondered if there was any point to his being there. The way Jon Lester was pitching, it didn’t seem possible that anybody was going to get… 3 am, Sun Jul 25

Pregame notes: V-Mart hoping to play Monday – Boston Herald, Scott Lauber

SEATTLE — Asked how the fracture at the tip of his left thumb responded to catching right-hander Clay Buchholz’… 2 am, Sun Jul 25

After perfect start, Lester left with loss – MLB.com, Ian Browne

Perfection was gone for Jon Lester in the bottom of the sixth inning on Saturday night, and the no-hitter was next to go. And just like that, victory was also slipping through the fingers of the Red Sox, as they took a 5-1 loss to the Mariners at Saf 2 am, Sun Jul 25

Saunders homer sparks Seattle rally past Boston – Boston Globe, Tim Booth (AP)

Michael Saunders broke up the no-hit bid of Boston’s Jon Lester with a two-run homer in the sixth inning, Seattle added three more runs off Lester in the eighth inning, and the Mariners rallied for a 5-1 win over the Red Sox on Saturday night. 2 am, Sun Jul 25

Plea to Theo Epstein: Hold your horses – Boston Herald, John Tomase

The floundering Red Sox need help. Their bullpen is thin. They lack outfield depth. They could probably use a catcher.n… 1 am, Sun Jul 25

Ellsbury to begin rehab assignment – ESPN Boston blog, Joe McDonald

SEATTLE — Red Sox injured outfielder Jacoby Ellsbury (ribs) continues to rehab in Fort Myers, Fla., and will begin a two-game minor-league rehab assignment with the Gulf Coast League Red Sox, according to manager Terry Francona. nHe’s scheduled 1 am, Sun Jul 25

Lowell has a big night in Pawtucket – WEEI blog Alex Speier

Red Sox corner infielder Mike Lowell, in his second rehab game with Triple-A Pawtucket, went 4-for-4 with three doubles against the Columbus Clippers (Triple-A affiliate of the Indians) on Saturday. Two of the doubles were lined to left field, one ki 1 am, Sun Jul 25

Closing Time: Mariners 5, Red Sox 1 – WEEI blog Alex Speier

Red Sox starter Jon Lester had the stuff to make history on Saturday, retiring the first 16 Mariners hitters he faced, 10 of them by way of the strikeout. But his bid for perfection was ended with one out in the bottom of the sixth inning, when a lin 1 am, Sun Jul 25

Not perfect enough: Lester dominates in loss – WEEI Alex Speier

Red Sox starter Jon Lester had the stuff to make history on Saturday, retiring the first 16 Mariners hitters he faced, 10 of them by way of the strikeout. But his bid for perfection was ended with one out in the bottom of the sixth inning, when a lin 1 am, Sun Jul 25

Martinez could be activated on Monday – ESPN Boston blog, Joe McDonald

SEATTLE — There is a good chance Red Sox catcher Victor Martinez will be activated from the disabled list and return to the lineup Monday in Anaheim. nMartinez, who has been out since June 27 with a fractured left thumb, was able to catch Clay Buchh 11 pm, Sat Jul 24

Tigers have interest in Lowell – ESPN Boston blog, By Joe McDonald

SEATTLE — With only seven days until the trade deadline, interest continues to grow for Red Sox third baseman Mike Lowell.n Since Detroit Tigers third baseman Brandon Inge was placed on the DL with a fractured left hand on July 20, the club is inter 11 pm, Sat Jul 24

Sox at Mariners lineups – ESPN Boston blog,

BOSTONnn1. Marco Scutaro, SSn2. Eric Patterson, CFn3. David Ortiz, DHn4. Kevin Youkilis, 1Bn5. Adrian Beltre, 3Bn6. J.D. Drew, RFn7. Jeremy Hermida, LFn8. Jed Lowrie, 2Bn9. Kevin Cash, CnLHP — Jon Lester (11-4, 2.81)nnSEATTLEnn1. Ichiro Suzuki, RFn2 11 pm, Sat Jul 24

Red Sox could get Martinez back Monday – MLB.com,

Victor Martinez continued to close in on a return to the Red Sox, as he caught a side session on Saturday and will warm pitchers up in the bullpen during Sunday’s game. The switch-hitting slugger could be activated as early as Monday. 11 pm, Sat Jul 24

Ellsbury nearing rehab game action – MLB.com,

Center fielder Jacoby Ellsbury, who has played just nine games for the Red Sox this season because of left rib fractures, could start his Minor League rehab assignment on Monday. 11 pm, Sat Jul 24

Pregame notes: V-Mart hoping to play Monday – Boston Herald Blog

SEATTLE — Asked how the fracture at the tip of his left thumb responded to catching right-hander Clay Buchholz’ bullpen session here today, catcher Victor Martinez gave the verbal equivalent of a thumbs up.n“I feel pretty good,” Martinez 11 pm, Sat Jul 24

Lowell perfect at plate in second rehab game – MLB.com,

Mike Lowell, who continues to be monitored by teams who are looking for help at the corner infield spots, went 4-for-4 with three doubles for Triple-A Pawtucket on Saturday night. 11 pm, Sat Jul 24

Lowell goes 4-for-4 for PawSox – WEEI Alex Speier

Red Sox corner infielder Mike Lowell, in his second rehab game with Triple-A Pawtucket, went 4-for-4 with three doubles against the Columbus Clippers (Triple-A affiliate of the Indians) on Saturday. Two of the doubles were lined to left field, one ki 11 pm, Sat Jul 24

Johnson checks out OK – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog

First base coach Ron Johnson will be on the lines as usual tonight. But he was taken to a local hospital before the game because he had a sharp pain in his calf muscle and the trainers wanted to make… 11 pm, Sat Jul 24

Lowell goes 4 for 4 for PawSox – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog

Mike Lowell was 4 for 4 with three doubles, two RBIs and a run scored for Pawtucket tonight in Columbus. He is 5 for 9 in two games. Lowell played first base tonight. The tentative plan was for Lowell to… 11 pm, Sat Jul 24

Red Sox-Mariners in game updates – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog

Middle of the 3rd: Red Sox 0, Mariners 0 Sox do down in order against Pauley, who has stuck out four. Kevin Cash hit a ball well up the middle and was robbed of a hit by Figgins. Red Sox… 11 pm, Sat Jul 24

Martinez: Monday a possibility – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog

The Red Sox play the Angels on Monday. Don’t be surprised if Victor Martinez is behind the plate and back in the middle of the lineup. Martinez caught Clay Buchholz in the bullpen today and felt no pain in his… 10 pm, Sat Jul 24

Game 98: Red Sox at Mariners – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog

The Sox haven’t won three in a row since June 26-29. But they have a chance tonight. Here are the lineups: RED SOX (55-42) Scutaro SS Patterson CF Ortiz DH Youkilis 1B Beltre 3B Drew RF Hermida LF Lowrie 2B… 8 pm, Sat Jul 24

Lineups: Hermida makes his return – WEEI Alex Speier

For the first time in five games, the Red Sox will face a right-handed starter. Former Sox pitcher David Pauley will toe the slab for the Mariners on Saturday, and so Boston will adjust its lineup in Seattle. Most notably, Jeremy Hermida will get his 8 pm, Sat Jul 24

Ellsbury, Martinez getting closer to returns – WEEI Alex Speier

Both outfielder Jacoby Ellsbury and catcher Victor Martinez could play in games as soon as Monday, Red Sox manager Terry Francona told reporters in Seattle. While Ellsbury is slated to start a minor league rehab stint by playing in the Gulf Coast Lea 8 pm, Sat Jul 24

Martinez, Ellsbury near return to games – WEEI blog Alex Speier

Both outfielder Jacoby Ellsbury and catcher Victor Martinez could play in games as soon as Monday, Red Sox manager Terry Francona told reporters in Seattle.nWhile Ellsbury is slated to start a minor league rehab stint by playing in the Gulf Coast Lea 8 pm, Sat Jul 24

Surging in Seattle? (plus, lineup) – Boston Herald Blog

SEATTLE — If the Red Sox make the playoffs, remember these past few days as the turning point. On Thursday night, after a spectacular ninth-inning meltdown in the opener of a four-game series here, the Sox were in extra innings, staring at the 7 pm, Sat Jul 24

Hall’s way: Versatile reserve hopes to thrive in everyday role – WEEI Alex Speier

It has been an important stretch in Bill Hall’s career. 6 pm, Sat Jul 24

Happy anniversary – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog

July 24, 2004… 5 pm, Sat Jul 24

Here comes Cameron – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog

Mike Cameron has started four straight games for the first time since the first four games of the season. In his last 10 games, the center fielder is at .361/.455/.722 with three home runs, four doubles, six RBIs and five… 4 pm, Sat Jul 24

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

Josh Beckett returned to the rotation and looked good doing so as the Red Sox edged the Mariners 2-1. Amalie Benjamin has the story. The notebook has Michael Bowden being sent down for what could be a short stay. John… 2 pm, Sat Jul 24

Thursday the 13th – Boston Dirt Dogs blog

Road Sox survive a horror show in 9th, Patterson’s Bat Puts Mariners Out of Their Misery in 13th. 1 pm, Sat Jul 24

All Hall Breaks Loose – Boston Dirt Dogs blog

and it’s Beck in the saddle again. 1 pm, Sat Jul 24

Seattle Sox fans having a party today – Boston Globe Extra Bases blog

If you’re in Seattle today, the Boston Sports Fan Group of Seattle and Sox in Seattle Meet-up Group are hosting a pre-game party. The details: Time: 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Place: ShowBox Sodo at 1700 1st Ave. Directions: Two… 1 pm, Sat Jul 24

Red Sox vs. Mariners matchups, 7/24 – WEEI blog Nick Bove

Continuing their 10-game West Coast swing, the Red Sox will take on a familiar face Saturday night for the third game of their four-game series against the Mariners. David Pauley, a midseason call-up for the Mariners from Triple-A Tacoma, had previou 11 am, Sat Jul 24