http://mlb.mlb.com BOS Homepage News Sun, 26 May 2013 02:32:36 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130525&content_id=48555632&notebook_id=48595792&vkey=notebook_bos&c_id=bos Sat, 25 May 2013 19:48:10 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130525&content_id=48555632&notebook_id=48595792&vkey=notebook_bos&c_id=bos After more than three hours of slugging it out in a soggy Fenway Park, the Red Sox and the Indians did their part to help a town ravaged by tragedy. Jason Mastrodonato and Michael Periatt http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130525&content_id=48555632&notebook_id=48593950&vkey=notebook_bos&c_id=bos Sat, 25 May 2013 19:36:12 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130525&content_id=48555632&notebook_id=48593950&vkey=notebook_bos&c_id=bos That black head cap David Ross was wearing in Saturday's 7-4 win over the Indians wasn't transferring alien signals, although he isn't surprised if it looks that way. Jason Mastrodonato and Michael Periatt http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130525&content_id=48555632&notebook_id=48593840&vkey=notebook_bos&c_id=bos Sat, 25 May 2013 19:35:29 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130525&content_id=48555632&notebook_id=48593840&vkey=notebook_bos&c_id=bos Despite the frustration that comes with watching from the bench, Will Middlebrooks is staying optimistic about the timetable of his return from a lower back injury. Jason Mastrodonato and Michael Periatt http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_25_clemlb_bosmlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=bos Sat, 25 May 2013 19:48:39 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_25_clemlb_bosmlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=bos Dustin Pedroia's heroics led the Red Sox to a wild 7-4 win over the Indians on a wet Saturday afternoon at Fenway Park. Jason Mastrodonato http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130525&content_id=48555632&notebook_id=48557286&vkey=notebook_bos&c_id=bos Sat, 25 May 2013 14:02:17 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130525&content_id=48555632&notebook_id=48557286&vkey=notebook_bos&c_id=bos Dustin Pedroia is on pace to play 162 games this season, and Red Sox manager John Farrell just might let him. Jason Mastrodonato and Michael Periatt http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130525&content_id=48555632&notebook_id=48556594&vkey=notebook_bos&c_id=bos Sat, 25 May 2013 13:48:41 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130525&content_id=48555632&notebook_id=48556594&vkey=notebook_bos&c_id=bos Jose Iglesias was back at shortstop for the Red Sox on Saturday. Regular shortstop Stephen Drew, who has been getting time off against left-handed pitchers anyway, was out of the lineup for regular rest, though manager John Farrell said Drew is dealing with soreness. Jason Mastrodonato and Michael Periatt http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130525&content_id=48555632&notebook_id=48555870&vkey=notebook_bos&c_id=bos Sat, 25 May 2013 13:37:13 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130525&content_id=48555632&notebook_id=48555870&vkey=notebook_bos&c_id=bos The Red Sox expect to make a decision regarding Franklin Morales soon. The lefty could rejoin the team immediately and be used out of the bullpen, or he could make another Minor League rehab start and come back in the starting rotation. Jason Mastrodonato and Michael Periatt http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_26_clemlb_bosmlb_1&mode=preview&vkey=preview_web_home&c_id=bos Sat, 25 May 2013 19:05:59 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_26_clemlb_bosmlb_1&mode=preview&vkey=preview_web_home&c_id=bos The Sunday afternoon matchup between the Indians and Red Sox marks the last time the two clubs are scheduled to meet each other during the 2013 regular season. Mark Emery http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_24_clemlb_bosmlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=bos Sat, 25 May 2013 00:36:10 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_24_clemlb_bosmlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=bos While leading the Red Sox to an 8-1 victory over the Indians at a rainy Fenway Park, John Lackey allowed just two hits and an unearned run over seven innings. Ian Browne http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130524&content_id=48473978&notebook_id=48474406&vkey=notebook_bos&c_id=bos Fri, 24 May 2013 19:10:27 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130524&content_id=48473978&notebook_id=48474406&vkey=notebook_bos&c_id=bos The Red Sox couldn't afford to play the waiting game with Shane Victorino this time around. Victorino's sore left hamstring and ailing back forced him to the 15-day disabled list on Friday, retroactive to Tuesday. Jason Mastrodonato and Michael Periatt http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130524&content_id=48473978&notebook_id=48474294&vkey=notebook_bos&c_id=bos Fri, 24 May 2013 19:04:25 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130524&content_id=48473978&notebook_id=48474294&vkey=notebook_bos&c_id=bos The Red Sox activated David Ross from the seven-day concussion disabled list Friday after doctors cleared him to resume playing. Jason Mastrodonato and Michael Periatt http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130524&content_id=48464362&vkey=news_bos&c_id=bos Fri, 24 May 2013 18:34:33 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130524&content_id=48464362&vkey=news_bos&c_id=bos Jose Iglesias was promoted from Triple-A Pawtucket on Friday and made his first big league start at third base, as the club placed Will Middlebrooks on the 15-day disabled list with a lower back strain Jason Mastrodonato http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130523&content_id=48405676&notebook_id=48420390&vkey=notebook_bos&c_id=bos Thu, 23 May 2013 21:26:13 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130523&content_id=48405676&notebook_id=48420390&vkey=notebook_bos&c_id=bos Red Sox third baseman Will Middlebrooks exited Thursday night's game against the Indians with lower back spasms Michael Periatt and Ian Browne http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130523&content_id=48405676&notebook_id=48417796&vkey=notebook_bos&c_id=bos Thu, 23 May 2013 20:56:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130523&content_id=48405676&notebook_id=48417796&vkey=notebook_bos&c_id=bos Peter DiMartino, who tore 90 percent of his left Achilles tendon in the Boston Marathon bombings, threw out a ceremonial pitch before the Red Sox game against the Indians on Thursday night. Michael Periatt and Ian Browne http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130523&content_id=48405676&notebook_id=48408084&vkey=notebook_bos&c_id=bos Thu, 23 May 2013 18:05:34 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130523&content_id=48405676&notebook_id=48408084&vkey=notebook_bos&c_id=bos For David Ortiz, staying healthy goes beyond the physical. The 37-year-old Red Sox designated hitter is also keeping an open and forthright line of communication with manager John Farrell to help keep him on the field. Michael Periatt and Ian Browne http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130523&content_id=48405676&notebook_id=48408082&vkey=notebook_bos&c_id=bos Thu, 23 May 2013 18:05:32 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130523&content_id=48405676&notebook_id=48408082&vkey=notebook_bos&c_id=bos After a one-game rehab assignment, catcher David Ross (concussion) expects to be activated from the disabled list on Friday. A decision on pitcher Franklin Morales' next move has not been made. Michael Periatt and Ian Browne http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130523&content_id=48405676&notebook_id=48408078&vkey=notebook_bos&c_id=bos Thu, 23 May 2013 18:05:30 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130523&content_id=48405676&notebook_id=48408078&vkey=notebook_bos&c_id=bos Outfielder Shane Victorino was again unavailable to play for the Red Sox on Thursday, and the team is no closer to deciding whether to place the outfielder on the disabled list. Michael Periatt and Ian Browne http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130523&content_id=48408050&vkey=news_bos&c_id=bos Fri, 24 May 2013 00:32:09 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130523&content_id=48408050&vkey=news_bos&c_id=bos Terry Francona's time managing the Red Sox was good, bad and everything in between. Making his first appearance at Fenway Park as a visiting manager on Thursday, Francona preferred to soak in the warm welcome and remember the good times. Ian Browne http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_23_clemlb_bosmlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=bos Fri, 24 May 2013 00:04:50 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_23_clemlb_bosmlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=bos Ryan Dempster only worked three innings and the Red Sox bullpen was unable to pick up the slack in a 12-3 drubbing by former Boston manager Terry Francona's Indians on Thursday at Fenway Park. David Ortiz hit a three-run homer. Ian Browne http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130522&content_id=48295482&notebook_id=48369210&vkey=notebook_bos&c_id=bos Thu, 23 May 2013 01:19:35 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130522&content_id=48295482&notebook_id=48369210&vkey=notebook_bos&c_id=bos When things are going well for Jacoby Ellsbury, a two-hit, two-walk night is hardly news. But the fact that such a performance on Wednesday drew a crowd around his locker is an indication that the center fielder has been in a pretty good slump. Ian Browne http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130522&content_id=48295482&notebook_id=48330868&vkey=notebook_bos&c_id=bos Wed, 22 May 2013 19:41:57 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130522&content_id=48295482&notebook_id=48330868&vkey=notebook_bos&c_id=bos David Ortiz will see former Red Sox manager Terry Francona sitting in the opposite dugout for the first time on Thursday when the Indians visit Fenway Park. Ian Browne http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130522&content_id=48295482&notebook_id=48330866&vkey=notebook_bos&c_id=bos Wed, 22 May 2013 19:41:55 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130522&content_id=48295482&notebook_id=48330866&vkey=notebook_bos&c_id=bos Though outfielder Shane Victorino (left hamstring strain) did not return to Boston's lineup on Wednesday, it appeared more likely than 24 hours earlier that he'd be able to avoid a trip to the disabled list. Ian Browne http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130522&content_id=48295482&notebook_id=48330864&vkey=notebook_bos&c_id=bos Wed, 22 May 2013 19:41:54 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130522&content_id=48295482&notebook_id=48330864&vkey=notebook_bos&c_id=bos The Red Sox will have a full battery at Double-A Portland for Thursday's 11 a.m. ET game, when David Ross catches left-hander Franklin Morales. Ian Browne http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130522&content_id=48295482&notebook_id=48330862&vkey=notebook_bos&c_id=bos Wed, 22 May 2013 19:41:52 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130522&content_id=48295482&notebook_id=48330862&vkey=notebook_bos&c_id=bos In Ryan Dempster's last start, he threw 127 pitches over just 4 2/3 innings. But the right-hander keeps himself in great condition and Red Sox manager John Farrell doesn't think it will be an issue when Dempster takes the ball on Thursday night against the Indians. Ian Browne http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_22_bosmlb_chamlb_1&mode=recap_away&c_id=bos Thu, 23 May 2013 01:09:40 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_22_bosmlb_chamlb_1&mode=recap_away&c_id=bos Clay Buchholz remained unbeaten (7-0) with seven strong innings and David Ortiz knocked in two first-inning runs to help the Red Sox avoid a three-game sweep with a 6-2 victory over the White Sox in Chicago on Wednesday. Ian Browne http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_21_bosmlb_chamlb_1&mode=recap_away&c_id=bos Wed, 22 May 2013 00:21:13 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_21_bosmlb_chamlb_1&mode=recap_away&c_id=bos The Red Sox suffered a second straight frustrating loss to the White Sox, this one by a score of 3-1 on Tuesday night at U.S. Cellular Field. Ian Browne http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130521&content_id=48178990&notebook_id=48206282&vkey=notebook_bos&c_id=bos Tue, 21 May 2013 20:23:19 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130521&content_id=48178990&notebook_id=48206282&vkey=notebook_bos&c_id=bos Despite a series of nagging injuries -- the latest a left hamstring strain -- Red Sox right fielder Shane Victorino has been able to avoid a trip to the disabled list so far. Ian Browne http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130521&content_id=48178990&notebook_id=48206124&vkey=notebook_bos&c_id=bos Tue, 21 May 2013 20:21:55 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130521&content_id=48178990&notebook_id=48206124&vkey=notebook_bos&c_id=bos When the slumping Jacoby Ellsbury arrived at U.S. Cellular Field for Tuesday night's game against the White Sox, he was still in his customary leadoff spot. Ian Browne http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130521&content_id=48178990&notebook_id=48205550&vkey=notebook_bos&c_id=bos Tue, 21 May 2013 20:16:27 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130521&content_id=48178990&notebook_id=48205550&vkey=notebook_bos&c_id=bos The Red Sox will have former captain Jason Varitek as one of their representatives at this year's First-Year Player Draft, which starts June 6 in Secaucus, N.J. Ian Browne