Called Strike
This one is currently in a what the (insult notated vulgar term) is going on mode? Why is there a vacancy sign hanging at Fenway Park? You have seen it: “Right-handed power hitter needed.” The obvious choice is J.D. Martinez and with his agent being Scott Boras any action may not take place until the snows have melted.
The latest rumor is that the Red Sox have made an offer. Is it a rumor or a truth? Is it just information flushed to the media by the Red Sox? Boras? The “deal” is supposed to be for five years at a total of $110 Million. Boras is patient and we do have a lot of snow to melt.
This was a called strike last season when Boston decided to pass on Edwin Encarnacion as a replacement part for the retired Ortiz. The Red Sox suddenly decided they could do without and they certainly did without – as in turning an offense just average. Now is redemption time or is it?
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The Red Sox have passed over some potential choices in Santana and the on again and off again availability of Abreu. Is there a plan? Are the Red Sox in contact with Salem witchcraft and have an inside edge on the 2018 season? The money is there. The need is there. The fans expect it. The players expect it.