This is a pretty critical game. Losing here will put the Red Sox into last place in the AL East, as they'll go into a brutal away trip against the Yankees and Tigers. I just hope the Red Sox front office doesn't get arrogant here.
He had a rough game against Chicago, but I don't think he's done anything that is bad enough to pull him. It isn't like he's getting light up-- his starts are usually around 6 innings with 3-4 runs. Definitely mediocre, but they can't give up on him.
The Red Sox's record with Shoppach catching 18-10, 3.80 ERA.
The Red Sox's record with Salty catching 27-37, 4.33 ERA.
I think it is a nobrainer. Salty is killing this team.