He'd been saying that up until this season. After spring training, where he wasnt signed, he'd been saying that he'd take less money for Boston, and was willing to stay here. Now he's saying that he wants to test FA, and that Boston would have to compete with other teams for his service. I'm not sure if Boston is really his 1st choice. I think wherever is willing to pay the most money is his first choice.
But if this happens, and he does indeed turn Clemens-esque, won't we all be shooting ourselves for letting him go? I understand that the ballpark and the NL may have something to do with it, but still....
Also, if he has to go, so long as he doesnt go to an AL team I'd be happy.