A little short on time this weekend, I’ll throw up a couple quickposts with content from around the web to keep you going! Starting off, check out the chat wrap on the Boston Globe’s website with Amalie Benjamin, click here for the transcript. Amalie might not have the name recognition of Nick Cafardo yet, but I always enjoy her insight and opinions on the team.
Here’s an example of her answer to a question regarding Lars Anderson’s defense:
Lars Anderson is adequate defensively. He’s working on improving that, but I would certainly say that offense is his strength — he’s no Kevin Youkilis at first base with the glove … So that’s an area that could use a boost as he works his way up from Double A this year.
And regarding the recently discussed fourth outfielder role, especially Rocco Baldelli:
Rocco Baldelli, in addition to being a local, would certainly be a good fit with the Red Sox in terms of his tools. But because the team has J.D. Drew, who is prone to getting injured and being out for long stretches, the Sox have to be careful with Baldelli’s medical situation, though he has had good news on that front in recent weeks. The team would need a fifth outfielder just in case, since Baldelli hasn’t yet proven that he can play every day or even back-to-back days.
She touches on many more topics including Mark Kotsay, Jason Varitek, long-term deals for Papelbon, Youkilis, and Lester, and of course, Manny Ramirez. Would love to hear some of your feedback on her chat, I’ll post back this afternoon!