An appropriately weird game from Progressive Field, as the Sox seemed to walk or strikeout at every at bat. Felix Doubront gets the win despite an uneven performance.
Via http://www.tedsarmy.com/blog/2013/04/recap-red-sox-pounce-on-jimenez-ride-out-7-2-win.html
David Ortiz was scratched on Sunday, but could return next week. And despite the Red Sox’ success, they could really use him. Plus, some thoughts on Joel Hanrahan getting a few days off.
Via Your Morning Dump…where Papi is on his way back – Teds Army: The Voice of Red Sox fans.
It’s a minor delay, so those of us on the Jose Iglesias bandwagon will be disappointed before long anyway.
Your Morning Dump…where Drews return is delayed – Teds Army: The Voice of Red Sox fans.
Recap of the Sox’ first loss of the season. Guess they’ll only go 161-1 this year.
Via Yanks avoid sweep behind Andy Pettitte – Ted’s Army: The Voice of Red Sox fans.
We weigh in on who’s having a break-out season, who’s under the most pressure, and who’s most likely to be traded. My answers stand out like sore thumbs, so clearly the rest of the staff is insane.
Ted’s Army Season Preview Part Two – Ted’s Army: The Voice of Red Sox fans.
Jackie Bradley Jr. sure looks ready, but that’s not what the decision is about. The longer you can hold onto your own players through their initial deals and arbitration, you have to do it. Don’t be confused by people saying the Red Sox owe it to the fans to put an exciting product on the field, or that Bradley is ready. He sure looks it. But that’s not the issue. The issue is service time, and delaying Bradley’s free agency is the most important thing facing the team right now.
Via Ted’s Army
With Morales and Breslow both out, we know a few things. One: Andrew Miller will see a lot of playing time early on as the lone lefty. I’d also say those of you buying into Jon Heyman’s “Cut Aceves to teach him a lesson” argument will be disappointed. The bullpen is supposed to be a place of strength for the club, so cutting into its depth is not going to be an option.
via Franklin Morales out indefinitely – Ted’s Army: The Voice of Red Sox fans.
John Farrell is sucked into the Allen Webster hype, too
Thoughts on the prospect’s strong spring and rising profile with Sox fans, over at Ted’s Army.
Thoughts on the lineup without him (not good), plus a look at what Cal Ripken had to say about Xander Bogaerts, at Ted’s Army.
Scott Priest 