the only thing Im not all for is Xavier Nad. He doesnt hit for much power and seriously lacks plate patience. 22 walks total in 124 games played this past season ammounts to ugh. Simply put, Nady is a career bench player at best. Im sure Sox would pick Youk over Nady as starting 1st baseman, against left and right handed pitchers.
http://sports.yahoo.com/mlb/players/6610/career
According to Gordon Edes, it is said Alejandro Machado is being eyed to have a shot in spring training to make a bid as one of the utility men. He is useful in a number of ways as he showed can have some pop in his bat, choice pinch runner, and can play all outfield and infield positions.