by evan brunell | Nov 28, 2009 | Jon Lester
Jon Lester, entering his age 26 season, is a prime candidate to be named a starting pitcher of the 2010-19 Team of the Decade, which would mean he was named to back-to-back Team of Decades. Drafted in the second round of the 2002 draft, Lester methodically rose up the...
by evan brunell | Nov 26, 2009 | Alex Gonzalez, Quick Post
Alex Gonzalez has reportedly signed a one year contract worth $2.75 million with a $2.5 million club option for 2011. Gonzo came over from the Reds to reprise his role as Boston shortstop late last season and was simply excellent. The Sox declined his $6 million...
by evan brunell | Nov 25, 2009 | Kansas City Royals, Quick Post, Tug Hulett
The Red Sox today acquired Tug Hulett from the Royals for a player to be named later or cash considerations. Hulett, who will enter his age 27 season, has two years’ experience in the major leagues. In 67 at-bats, his slash line is .194/.270/.254. He can play...
by evan brunell | Nov 25, 2009 | Alex Wilson, Ryan Westmoreland
Alex Wilson was drafted in the second round of the 2009 draft by the Boston Red Sox out of Texas A&M. Wilson’s scouting report on SoxProspects.com says this: Missed 2008 season due to Tommy John Surgery. 3/4 arm slot. Clean mechanics, but his delivery is...
by evan brunell | Nov 24, 2009 | Kelvim Escobar, Quick Post
The Boston Herald’s Michael Silverman is reporting that Boston has requested medical records on free agent Kelvim Escobar, along with reliever Rafael Soriano. They’ve also inquired into Marcos Scutaro. While Soriano and Scutaro represent higher upside,...
