2008 June: Making do without Big Papi

A 16-11 swing has left the Sox in second place to start July, behind the surprising Tampa Bay Rays. Today comes the hated, the vaunted meek New York Yankees. Let’s kick butt and take names! Let’s take a glance back at the month that was… To the Fire...

POLL: Who’s the ace?

Midway through the season, of the four starters having made at least 12 starts, who should be considered the 2008 Red Sox’ de facto ace? Josh Beckett, postseason stud, and his rotation-leading 1.11 WHIP. 69% of all votes Jon Lester, who leads the rotation in ERA...

Pepsi’s TRIVIA: Cycle in both leagues

The last trivia question asked for the starting rotation of the 1997 Red Sox, the year prior to Pedro’s arrival. The answer was Tom Gordon, Aaron Sele, Jeff Suppan, Tim Wakefield and Steve Avery. Leaderboard is updated. Which Red Sox player became the first...