Tuesday Links

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Donning their green St. Patricks day jerseys, the Red Sox handily defeated the St. Louis Cardinals on Monday. Grady Sizemore stole the show, going 3-for-4, and making two outstanding defensive plays.

• While the battle for center field is the most intriguing roster decision John Farrell needs to make, it’s not the only decision. The Red Sox also have openings in the bullpen and on the bench that need to be addressed. (What to make of Red Sox roster decisions with 2 weeks until Opening Day)

• Grady Sizemore continues to make his case for the center field job. On Monday, in what was undoubtedly his best game of the spring, the center fielder showed flashes of what he once was. (Sizemore continues to make impact)

• With a glut of catching depth already on the roster, and more rising through the minor leagues, Ryan Lavarnway has become expendable. (Red Sox trade rumors: Ryan Lavarnway on the trading block)

• With Opening Day right around the corner, ther Red Sox continue to trim down their roster. On Monday Boston optioned 3 players to minor league camp. (Red Sox make three roster moves)

• John Lackey was hit hard in his second start of the spring. But despite allowing 5 runs on 6 hits, the right hander was more focused on his mechanics, rather than his final line. (“A good workout day,” if nothing else, for Lackey)

• Shortstop has been a revolving door for a long time in Boston. But even after the departure of Jose Iglesias and Stephen Drew, the Red Sox have potential stability at the position in Xander Bogaerts and Deven Marrero. (Red Sox in a good position)

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