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  1. vegasbob
    And maybe that will work out , although not an exciting proposition, as long as Cora is ready to pull him if the bleacher seat fans start noticing incoming or guys walking to first base. Cora , IMO, supports his guys taking the long view of the whole season and gives them plenty of chances to perform , some out of need and some to help develop them (Nunez-Devers). You can't say it has hurt anything with a notable lead over the Yankees and best record in MLB. But each game is one less to go and the need to keep winning day after day won't end until they clinch , then reprogram for playoffs which cannot be a 1 and done this year.
  2. vegasbob
    I think the Eovaldi acquisition does make a real difference in the depth. Now he needs to perform to his talent level and prove it. Beeks was never going to be a go to guy under the pressure of a September pennant race, with big implications if you don't win the AL East. The Red Sox are not an aspiration team and neither is its fan base just looking for "getting a day in the playoff sun" . Been there, done that. This is a seriously talented team combining true veterans, developing stars and a couple less experienced players who can in fact win it all for the 4th time in the century's first 2 decades. Each of our starters will have to go out 10-12 more times this year. The race isn't over. 5.5 games ahead can disappear quickly if DD or Cora or the players take anything for granted over the next 8-9 weeks.
  3. vegasbob
    Good observation. Hembree has been the more frequent first arm out of the pen for Cora and has been effective. One thing is that the pen should be well rested for the Twins series, so all hands on deck if needed Should Cora short cycle Price back on the mound in lieu of the 5th starter since he really only threw the equivalent of a good bullpen session in Baltimore ?
  4. vegasbob
    Beware the Ides of October when the heat is really on and your next pitcher up is ............
  5. vegasbob
    Forgetting Brandon Phillips as an unknown quantity right now, if you do go find another 2Bman, that will work in September with the expanded roster and a deeper bench including Holt and Nunez. But when the playoffs start, whether WC or ALDS, you will need to cut at least one of these guys from that group. Not likely, but Pedroia could find a miracle cure for his knee inflammation on Sept 1 out in the AZ desert with Carlos Castenada and the Yaqui Guardians leaving DD holding the bag with 4 2Bman. Who do you leave off the playoff roster in that scenario. Why do I think the thunder from above proclaims Nunez the odd man out ?
  6. vegasbob
    With 59 games and the playoffs lurking, is the 2Bman team of Holt/Nunez going to affect you more than the absence of a decent LH reliever ? One set of players will shareplay all 59 games plus the playoff series (120 AB's++eachl), the LH pitcher may only see action for an inning in 25 games, 75 outs out of over 1500 needed from now to Sept 30. You have to know that Pedroia, aside from the monetary value of the contract, will try to play later this year, and for sure in ST 2019. Whether he can is TBD. I am guessing DD goes for the reliever and lives with HOLT/NUNEZ to the consternation of some here.
  7. vegasbob
    Good, eliminate the Yankees at the earliest opportunity, if they win the WC play-in. Can't be reluctant to play them since you have to beat them sooner or later to get to the WS. However, if they lose the play-in WC game , no tears shed here.
  8. vegasbob
    I bet the O's pregame shows are most often more upbeat than their postgame shows, last night being an exception when 4 HR's only scored 6 runs for the Sox. Don't stay up for tonight's O's postgame, it won't be so upbeat.
  9. vegasbob
    Pomeranz as a pressure reliever is a questionable assignment for him. As a long reliever in some type of blowout game who cares, except why are the Sox getting blown out ? As Castillo's contract slowly matures and if he does hit at .300 plus with some power at AAA, there may be a day when another team takes a shot. Not likely for another full season
  10. vegasbob
    Good luck with your health, and a GREAT comment ~
  11. vegasbob
    He was hang dogging it in the dugout after being pulled. The guy just does not seem to have much confidence in being able to command the situation. His pitches reflect that as they rattle off the seats in LF.
  12. vegasbob
    Regardless of the final outcome in the rain delay (cancellation ??) in Baltimore, it was a major error by Cora to 1. let Pomeranz start the 5th inning, and then 2. leave him in after the lead off walk. The rain was getting worse, and slow throw Drew was not going to speed things up. If it is a loss , after the HR comeback by Swihart/Betts, then it is fully on Cora. The fact that Pomeranz showed no special ability against a bad team was regrettable but anticipated. Keep looking for an answer to the back end of the rotation DD. Damn, Alex that potential loss was not necessary. Too much belief in your own guys, trying to build their confidence. One look at Pom hanging his head in the dugout afte being pulled tells you plenty of his mental state. he looked beaten. All that was unnecessary , Alex C.
  13. vegasbob
    Based on Thornburg's in the rain clean up of Pom's mess , Cora looks even worse in his decision to leave Tom out there. Now it's not a question of just getting one or two runs to tie or lead, you need to get 3 outs in the bottom of the 6th to make it official. Major f***up after Blake and Betts bailed him out. It wasn't like Pomeranz had shown superior stuff all night. He was hit hard on several balls.
  14. vegasbob
    One of Pomeranz's problems is that his name is actually Thomas Andrew. Maybe Tommy Pommy was not serious enough for him.
  15. vegasbob
    I have to put that situation back on Cora, especially after the leadoff walk. Nothing new here with Drew and he is not the answer to the 4th or 5th starter.
  16. vegasbob
    This is why he should not have been brought back out.
  17. vegasbob
    Do you bring Drew back out with his slow delivery and time between pitches. Can't manage to the rain but might question bringing him out anyway.
  18. vegasbob
    Betts bombs Ramirez and in a short while the Sox can be in position for a win. Need 3 outs to make it legal, then let it raain
  19. vegasbob
    The much questioned Blake Swihart with 2 out in the 5th, saves the Sox bacon in case of a rain out (temporarily) Good for him
  20. vegasbob
    If it does go to rain delay, then you won't likely see Pomeranz back, maybe not Ramirez either , who is currently working them over. Let the bullpens settle much later or else get it cancelled
  21. vegasbob
    It's Showalter's karma that is killing them.
  22. vegasbob
    And Pomeranz didn't fall into a first inning ditch. Curve ball was spinning rapidly. Good for him. Wash, rinse, repeat
  23. vegasbob
    He breaks the recent first inning drought on a rainy night.
  24. vegasbob
    Here's a follow on to that : With 71 wins in 102 games , only the Orioles 73 loses come close numerically to the Sox wins, with the Royals pressing at 69 for that dubious distinction. The closest win total is the Astros 66 in the same 102 games. No National league team has won more than 58, being Theo/Maddon's Cubs. The least games played is 97 ( Braves and Mets). Even if Atlanta won all 5 of that differential they would only be at 59 wins. If the Yankees get some blind luck and win all 4 of the current differential they will have 67 and still be 4 back. The Red Sox are just not currently the winningest team in MLB they are well clear of their closest followers. Enjoy it for what it is, an incredible regular season .
  25. vegasbob
    Since pitching depends heavily on leg strength and endurance several weeks in a boot won't allow a quick rehab and re-entry to mid season form. Maybe a mid September return to spell one of Price's, Sale's or Porcello's starts ???
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