Closing The Book On The Legend (Or Myth) Of Jed Lowrie
On October 6th, 2008, Jed Lowrie slipped the game winning hit through the right side of the infield, propelling the…
Month: December 2011
Nick Punto’s Value in Utility Role
Immediate reaction to the Nick Punto signing was mixed and there was plenty of comments on his perception as “gritty”,…
The Ghost Of Kyle Weiland, Alex Wilson, And Two-Seam Fastballs
At least Kyle Weiland will always be able to say he was part of the biggest collapse in baseball history.…
Looking Beyond 2012
On Wednesday, I discussed the Red Sox current payroll situation, and explained the club’s motives for avoiding long-term commitments with…
Do You Approve of the Lowrie/Melancon/Punto Moves?
The first flurry of moves made by new GM Ben Cherington came yesterday. He acquired some much needed bullpen depth,…
Turning Two: Sox Sign Punto
In a move that takes some time to absorb, the Red Sox came to terms with Nick Punto on a…
Sox Did Not Bid on Yu Darvish
Nick Cafardo of the Boston Globe reports, via Twitter, that the Red Sox did not place a bid on Japanese…
Sox Trade Lowrie, Weiland for Bullpen Help in Melancon
The Red Sox have acquired bullpen help, but at the cost of two players. Mark Melancon is headed to Beantown…
Why the Red Sox (Probably) Won’t Make it Rain
If you read my link around yesterday, you probably saw Matt Kory’s piece for Over the Monster on the effect…
The 2012 Bill James Projections: Red Sox Offense Pt. 1
Every year thousands upon thousands of baseball fans await the unveiling of Bill James’ projections. Thanks to the great and…