Sweet Valentine! The saga of the 2012 Boston Red Sox

[mookie1995]

Francona did in 2010. But then again he had JF as the pitching coach, and they still missed the playoffs.

If you are Cherrington and Lucchino, do you blow the team up, or muddle through and hope the walking wounded come back in decent enough shape to make a run?

They already in the middle of that... Half this team wasn't there in fort Myers

[JF_Gophers]

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Francona did in 2010. But then again he had JF as the pitching coach, and they still missed the playoffs.

Don't blame me for their pitching!

[amherstblackbear]

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Don't blame me for their pitching!

D@mn you! And a Gopher fan, to boot

[walrus]

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. Buchholz is another wimp. Get him some roids already to bulk up .

Better start hanging around with Papi in the off season

[Rover]

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Francona did in 2010. But then again he had JF as the pitching coach, and they still missed the playoffs.

If you are Cherrington and Lucchino, do you blow the team up, or muddle through and hope the walking wounded come back in decent enough shape to make a run?

Blow up the team. I don't think they're going to get anything for a lot of these players but they're a cloud hanging over the team. Go with the younger players with a couple of exceptions. Gonzales, Pedroia, and Ortiz are your veteran presense. Other that that everybody's on the table. While he's not playing bad I'd deal Saltalamacchia because you can get something for him and you already have a catching tandem in Lavarnway-Stoppach. Buy out Lackey, say thanks for nothing to Dice-K, and trade Beckett.

New lineup going forward:

C: Lavarnway/Stoppach
1B: Gonzales
2B: Pedroia
SS: Aviles
3B: Middlebrooks
LF: Ross
CF: Ellsbury/Nava
RF: Sweeney
DH: Ortiz

With this lineup the only guy you're waiting on is Ellsbury. If he can't come back on a regular basis they need to find another quality CF as that position is too important to be filled off the bench.

Pitchers: Lester-Buchholz-Doubront-Cook-Padilla

Once he straightens himself out Bard can replace Padilla in the bullpen.

What these young players need is stability. Get a half season under their belts where they're playing one position, know their role, and don't have to look over their shoulder for some high priced veteran to maybe get off the DL.

[Priceless]

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Letter from Larry to season ticket holders

Dear Season Ticket Holder:

As we cross the midpoint of our 2012 season, we thank you for your loyal support thus far. We met many of you at our new spring home, JetBlue Park at Fenway South, and renewed more acquaintances as we opened the 100th Anniversary season at Fenway Park. We sensed that the nostalgia touched you, and we hope to continue to celebrate this special anniversary from time to time throughout the year.

Our play on the field has at times tested the mettle of the faithful. It could be maddening one day, enthralling the next day. Along the way, we have seen our bullpen gel, young players emerge, and veterans lead. We have watched the team coalesce into a close group. Personalities are enhancing the chemistry, such as the cheerful Cody Ross, the friendly Mike Aviles, and the inspiring story of Daniel Nava. Jarrod Saltalamacchia has shown power, in the clutch, worthy of an All-Star. And as the talented Will Middlebrooks forced his way into the lineup, we bade farewell, with gratitude, to Kevin Youkilis, who helped us win two World Championships.

The one constant on the field has been our beloved Big Papi, David Ortiz. How thrilled we were that our gregarious leader reached the 400-home run plateau in a career that we hope will forever be with the Red Sox.

The one constant off the field is that we have had a veritable All-Star Team on the disabled list. As we begin the second half, we look forward to the return of the “varsity,” including Jacoby Ellsbury, Carl Crawford, Andrew Bailey, and the ever-dirty Dustin Pedroia.

While this infusion of such talent in late July may make other General Managers green with envy, you can be sure that Ben Cherington and his Baseball Operations Staff will approach the July 31 trading deadline with their tireless work ethic. If someone can further help this club, and if the deal makes sense, we will be aggressive. We want to play October Baseball this year.

Meanwhile, as you come to Fenway Park throughout this season, we hope you will come early—the secret to fully enjoying a sports venue. Now “A Living Museum,” Fenway Park probably leads the league in bronze plaques and commemorative displays along the concourses. Enjoy them at your leisure early, well before the escalation of excitement as game time approaches. And as always, if you have reactions, suggestions, or ideas that will make the ballpark experience even better, we invite you to send them to fanfeedback@redso*****.

By the way, if we’re in your neighborhood for a visit during “Acts of Kindness Month” this month, please come over and say hello. We enjoy listening to you, and we enjoy talking baseball with you. We’re your biggest fans. So, on behalf of John Henry, Tom Werner, our partners, and our entire organization, we thank you again, and we look forward to seeing you at Fenway Park.

Keep the Faith,

Larry Lucchino

[joecct]

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Suicide prevention squad monitoring approaches to Tobin Bridge

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It's official. The season's over. Even Wally had jumped ship.

http://www.boston.com/metrodesk/2012...5rI/story.html

[joecct]

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It's official. The season's over. Even Wally had jumped ship.

http://www.boston.com/metrodesk/2012...5rI/story.html

Police are checking reports of a gorilla in the vicinity of Fenway Park.

[joecct]

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Sports of Boston reporting that Carl Crawford has been put on waivers.

[ScottK]

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Sports of Boston reporting that Carl Crawford has been put on waivers.

At this time of year EVERY player goes on waivers.

[joecct]

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well it looks like the Sox will drop 3 in a row to the Twins. AvGas gives up 4 in the 9th.

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Boston.com is reporting that Johnny Pesky died.

This season sucks.

[Hammer]

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Just heard that on the radio too.

[joecct]

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Anyone think this club will be in the playoffs??