Over the Monster 1 hour ago
Red Sox at Tigers lineup: Commence Operation Score Runs for Chris Sale
It shouldn’t take many! The suddenly anemic Red Sox (69-31) finish off a three-game set against the Tigers (42-58) this afternoon in Detroit (1:10 p.m., NESN), still looking to score their second freaking run after the All-Star break. About today’s game: American League ERA leader Chris Sale (10-4, 2.23 ERA) starts for a Sox team that forgot its bats back at Fenway Park, but at least he’ll have MVP candidate J.D. Martinez back in the fold today after Saturday’s rest session. Detroit counters with lefty Blaine Hardy (3-2, 3.31 ERA), who’s taking the space of the recently DL’ed...
NESN.com 14 hours ago
Red Sox Give Ball To Ace Chris Sale In Series Finale Vs. Tigers
The Boston Red Sox fell 5-0 to the Detroit Tigers on Saturday night at Comerica Park, but they’ll have the... Read More »
NESN.com Jul 21, 2018
MLB Stars Reveal Why Red Sox’s Chris Sale Is Pitcher They Most Hate Facing
Chris Sale is one of Major League Baseball’s most entertaining pitchers to watch. But man, is the Boston Red Sox... Read More »
Over the Monster Jul 20, 2018
The most unlikely All-Stars in Red Sox history
A look at some of the more shocking All-Star selections Major League Baseball just wrapped up the All-Star week festivities and the Red Sox will begin the remainder of their season against Detroit on Friday. The team has crushed it this year and sending five All-Stars to the nation’s capital including three starters in Mookie Betts, J.D. Martinez, and Chris Sale. You could also argue that Craig Kimbrel has been the best closer in the American League this season. The fifth and final selection for the team was Mitch Moreland—an unexpected selection indeed. His selection got me thinking...
The Republican Jul 20, 2018
David Price can't relate to Boston Red Sox ace Chris Sale never shaking off catcher, explains what reinventing himself means
Boston Red Sox lefty David Price learned to call his own games as a sophomore in college from then-Vanderbilt University pitching coach Derek Johnson.
NESN.com Jul 19, 2018
Chris Sale, Red Sox Had Memorable Experience At 2018 MLB All-Star Game
The Boston Red Sox had five players represent them at Tuesday’s 2018 Major League Baseball All-Star Game. Chris Sale got... Read More »
Over the Monster Jul 19, 2018
Seven things the Red Sox need to do to win 100 games
The Red Sox return to the field Friday coming off the best start in team history. Mookie Betts, J.D. Martinez, Chris Sale, Mitch Moreland and Craig Kimbrel are back from their trip to D.C. for the All-Star Game and will rejoin their teammates with a 4.5-game division lead over the Yankees and 68 wins under their belt. So, you could say life is pretty good in Boston. You know what would make it even better? If the Red Sox were able to win 100 games for the first time since 1946. Here are seven things that are crucial to making that happen: Carpe diem More like seize the suck. The Red Sox...
Over the Monster Jul 18, 2018
Daily Red Sox Links: Chris Sale, J.D. Martinez, Trade Rumors
Today we relive a wild All Star game, J.D. Martinez looks ahead and we dive into some trade rumors from across the league. There is no baseball today. That is bad. Here are your links. Chris Sale pitched a scoreless first inning. Mookie Betts went hitless. Plus more on what the Red Sox did in last night’s All Star game. (Chris Cotillo; MassLive) It was a pretty small outing for Sale as he gets ready to dominate in the second half and win the Cy Young Award. (Nick Cafardo; Boston Globe) J.D. Martinez is ready for the second half, but three games at the very end of the season against the...
NESN.com Jul 18, 2018
Here’s How Chris Sale, Red Sox Performed In 2018 MLB All-Star Game
The Red Sox were well-represented in the nation’s capital Tuesday, with five players from Boston getting the chance to compete... Read More »
www.bostonherald.com Jul 18, 2018
Sale, Judge have some fun before teams reheat rivalry
WASHINGTON — He had jumped all over an 0-1 pitch from hometown hero Max Scherzer and socked it deep to left field for a second-inning home run, and now Aaron Judge was being mobbed by his American League teammates in the third-base dugout at Nationals Park.But one teammate was not on the steps to greet the New York Yankees’ slugging outfielder: Chris Sale.“I was inside (the clubhouse),” said the Red Sox left-hander, who pitched a scoreless first inning, including one pitch that hit 100.7 mph on the radar gun, as the starting AL pitcher in the 89th All-Star Game last night. “I’m...
Over the Monster Jul 17, 2018
All-Star Game Open Thread
Come hang out for the All-Star Game! Tonight is the All-Star Game, which unlike Monday’s Home Run Derby will actually feature a handful of Red Sox players. Mookie Betts is going to be the first batter to step up to the plate on Tuesday. J.D. Martinez will be hitting cleanup for the American League. Chris Sale will get the start and pitch one or two innings. Craig Kimbrel should see a late-inning spot, and Mitch Moreland figures to spend the second half of the game at first base. Most importantly, this time is doesn’t count! Come hang out as all of this unfolds. Here are your starting...
Over the Monster Jul 17, 2018
Daily Red Sox Links: Chris Sale, Mookie Betts, Mitch Moreland
It’s All Star Game day. Chris Sale needs to get an extension. Now. Mookie Betts is incredible. Mitch Moreland gets set for his first All Star Game plus more on what some think is the best Red Sox team ever. Bryce Harper sure hit some home runs last night. Here are your All Star Game links. Is this the best version of the Red Sox? (Zach Kram; The Ringer) Here are some fun numbers from the first half. (Matthew Kory; The Athletic) ($$) All Star Game starter Chris Sale shares his perspective on the Red Sox/Yankees rivalry. (Lauren Campbell; NESN) Speaking of Sale, if the Red Sox don’t sign...
NESN.com Jul 16, 2018
Chris Sale Says Red Sox-Yankees Rivalry Greatest In History Of All Sports
Chris Sale long has been familiar with the Yankees. The Red Sox ace has faced the Yankees seven times since... Read More »
NESN.com Jul 16, 2018
A.J. Hinch Explains Why He Selected Chris Sale As All-Star Game Starter
Boston Red Sox fans see the brilliance Chris Sale offers every five days, and it appears it’s not lost on... Read More »
Call to the Pen Jul 16, 2018
MLB All-Star Game: Chris Sale joins exclusive company with third start
The starting pitchers were announced for the 2018 MLB All-Star Game during a press conference on Monday afternoon, and the American League starter will be making history. The 2018 MLB All-Star Game is roughly 24 hours away, and Monday, the batting order and starting pitchers were announced. Chris Sale was announced as the American League […] MLB All-Star Game: Chris Sale joins exclusive company with third start - Call to the Pen - Call to the Pen - A Major League Baseball Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
