Some people don't want to acknowledge that Phil Highes has had more success at the Major League level than Buchholz has had. Hughes had an All Star season as a starter and he was also a dominant short reliever for one season. Buchholz similarly had one successful season as a starter, but he was not a successful bull pen pitcher. The difference between the two organizations is that a successful season in 2012 by Hughes is not a necessity for the Yankees. It would be a nice to have. On the other hand, a big 2012 season from Buchholz is expected and necessary for Red Sox success. I don't think it is unrealistic that Buchholz will have a big season, but it is far from a given. There is a huge question mark attached.