Over the Monster Apr 19, 2019
Daily Red Sox Links: Xander Bogaerts, Ryan Brasier, Matt Barnes
In today’s links, everything is terrible except for the hitting of Xander Bogaerts. We’ve had plenty of time to dwell on the bad, so let’s appreciate the success Xander Bogaerts has had. (Mike Cratty; WEEI) And after that brief break in the action, let’s get back to examining what’s going wrong. Most recently, it was the bullpen. (Jen McCaffrey; The Athletic) ($$) Ryan Brasier struggled most recently. (John Tomase; NBC Sports Boston) But Matt Barnes could turn the reliever regression around. (Juan Toribio; MLB.com) Something that might not be able to be fixed is Dustin...
Minneapolis Star-Tribune Apr 14, 2019
Price and Bogaerts carry Red Sox past Orioles 4-0
David Price pitched seven stellar innings with seven strikeouts, Xander Bogaerts hit a three-run homer and drove in every run, and the Boston Red Sox beat the Baltimore Orioles 4-0 on Sunday.
NESN.com Apr 9, 2019
Tom Werner Sheds Light On Red Sox’s Contract Talks With Mookie Betts
Don’t expect Mookie Betts to follow in the footsteps of Chris Sale and Xander Bogaerts — not yet, at least.... Read More »
NESN.com Apr 9, 2019
Red Sox’s Mitch Moreland, Xander Bogaerts Excited For Dustin Pedroia’s Return
It’s been a long time coming, but Dustin Pedroia finally is back in the Boston Red Sox’s lineup. The second... Read More »
NESN.com Apr 3, 2019
Boston’s Alex Cora Knows Ramon Laureano’s Arm Better Than Most
The Boston Red Sox and Xander Bogaerts have twice been the victim of Ramon Laureano’s throws from center field, but... Read More »
Over the Monster Apr 3, 2019
Red Sox at A’s lineup: Still undefeated on Wednesdays, my dudes
It is not time to panic. It is time to watch the Red Sox beat the A’s. You wanna feel old? Opening Day was six days ago. This cold streak will end, hopefully starting tonight, but until then all we can do is curse the early season West Coast road trip with the most vigorous energy we can spare after staying up to watch these gut-punchers. At the very least, pic.twitter.com/WCcwWJPShM— It Is Wednesday (@MyDudes_) April 3, 2019 Bartolo? The news tonight, for tonight’s 10 p.m. game, if there is any, is that Xander Bogaerts is out tonight, with Brock Holt filling in at shortstop,...
NESN.com Apr 3, 2019
Red Sox Vs. Athletics Lineup: Xander Bogaerts Sits As Boston Looks To Snap Skid
The Boston Red Sox will turn to Nathan Eovaldi in hopes to stop the four-game losing streak in their game... Read More »
NESN.com Apr 3, 2019
A’s Twitter Name Change Will Give Xander Bogaerts, Red Sox Nightmares
Xander Bogaerts doesn’t have a Twitter account, which probably is a good thing given the social media backflips the Oakland... Read More »
Pinstripe Alley Apr 3, 2019
The Yankees need to find a way to extend Didi Gregorius
Red Sox shortstop Xander Bogaerts is the latest of many stars who have recently agreed to contract extensions with their clubs. Yesterday, I wrote about how the recent spate of superstar contract extensions isn’t good for the Yankees. Since the advent of modern-day free agency nearly a half-century ago, the Yankees have enjoyed the luxury of being able to use their considerable financial clout to grab elite talent on the free agent market whenever they chose to do so. That option is vanishing before our eyes, however, as superstars like Mike Trout, Nolan Arenado, Paul Goldschmidt, Chris...
NESN.com Apr 3, 2019
Xander Bogaerts Explains Base-Running Decision In Tough Loss To A’s
Xander Bogaerts can jet around the bases, but it’s become clear he’s no match for Ramon Laureano’s arm. One night... Read More »
Over the Monster Apr 3, 2019
Daily Red Sox Links: David Price, Pedro Martinez, Xander Bogaerts
In today’s links, everything is fine. Just fine. You may want to avert your eyes because Chad Finn has a close-up look at the first five starts for the Red Sox. (Chad Finn; Boston Globe) With the pitching staff having so much trouble, the Sox are in a new situation under Alex Cora. (Rob Bradford; WEEI) Could this horrendous start produce effects further down the road? (Jen McCaffrey; The Athletic) ($$) David Price isn’t afraid of any poor start and neither are his teammates. (Nick Goss; NBC Sports Boston) The same goes for Pedro Martinez. (Nick O’Malley; MassLive) If you missed it,...
NESN.com Apr 2, 2019
Xander Bogaerts Explains Decision To Forego Free Agency, Sign Extension
The Boston Red Sox now have one less free agent to worry about after the 2019 Major League Baseball season.... Read More »
NESN.com Apr 2, 2019
VA Hero Of The Week: Xander Bogaerts Agrees To Six-year Contract With Red Sox
Xander Bogaerts picks up this week’s VA Hero of the Week presented by VA Healthcare after signing a 6-year contract... Read More »
NESN.com Apr 2, 2019
Xander Bogaerts Called This Red Sox Teammate Upon Signing Extension
The left side of the Boston Red Sox’s infield now is set for years to come. With Rafael Devers under... Read More »
NESN.com Apr 2, 2019
Pedro Martinez Couldn’t Be Happier About Xander Bogaerts’ Red Sox Extension
The Boston Red Sox on Monday eliminated a bit of uncertainty regarding their future. Prior to their series opener against... Read More »
