It’s a shame that these Clay Buchholz spitball allegations should come on the same day that he was named American League Pitcher of the Month. Buchholz has started the year 6-0 with a 1.01 ERA. He has been absolutely lights out. … Continued
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Pitching Staff Key to Team’s Fast Start
Articles, FeaturedThe secret of the Red Sox’s hot start can simply be traced to their pitching staff – particularly the work of their starting rotation. Of course, new manager John Farrell deserves a ton of credit, as do the starters themselves … Continued
Red Sox Home Opener Tomorrow; Team Off To Best Start in 7 Years
Featured, Fenway, Roster RoundupThe Red Sox return to Fenway Park Monday afternoon for their home opener against the Baltimore Orioles with a 4-2 record, their best start in seven years. Starting pitcher Clay Buchholz (1-0, 1.29 ERA) takes the mound against left-hander Wei-Yin Chen, … Continued
Red Sox Pitcher John Lackey Deserves A Second Chance
Featured, Opinion, Player NewsHere’s why you should give John Lackey a chance this season: 1. The Chicken and Beer story was so over the top and ridiculous and, ultimately, unfair. It was something that at least a half-dozen other teammates were doing in … Continued
Red Sox Begin Three-Game Series Tonight in Toronto
Featured, Game Day, NewsThe Boston Red Sox begin a three-game series tonight against the Blue Jays at Rogers Centre. John Farrell returns to the place where he compiled a 154-170 mark in two seasons as the Blue Jays manager: “Definitely looking forward to … Continued
Season Preview: Red Sox Manager John Farrell
Featured, OpinionIf you’ve been wondering what feels different about this year’s Red Sox camp, it’s the lack of drama. We’ve got new manager John Farrell to thank for that. After all the issues with Bobby Valentine last year, it’s refreshing how … Continued
Season Preview: The 2013 Red Sox starting rotation
Articles, FeaturedSure, the long ball is fun, but you win championships in baseball with your starting rotation. It’s what broke the Curse in 2004, and it’s why we won again in 2007. On paper, the 2013 Red Sox starting rotation has … Continued
Specialist clears Middlebrooks
Articles, Featured, News, QuestionGood news! Middlebrooks has been cleared by the specialist! This brought up a concern for the Sox, however: depth at 3B. Farrell talked about it today. (ESPN Boston) BRADENTON, Fla. — Red Sox manager John Farrell said that team hand … Continued
Takeaways: Sox 4, Jays 2; Farrell booed
Articles, Featured, QuotableThere were two games today and in the first one, Farrell got booed by Jays fans. How are they booing anything? They had an incredible offseason. Spending that cash. But other than that, Allen Webster who came over in the … Continued
De La Rosa impresses Farrell
Articles, QuotableWe’re PUMPED to see De La Rosa this year. He did well today. (ESPN Boston) JUPITER, Fla. – Rubby De La Rosa meandered out of the away team’s shower and quietly dressed. He looks nothing like a former Dodgers Minor League Pitcher … Continued