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Bay remains a priority for Epstein
boston.com — Free agency starts at midnight tonight. Teams have negotiating exclusivity with their own free agents until then. If you're expecting the Red Sox to sign Jason Bay or Alex Gonzalez before then, don't hold your breath. Once a player gets...  ... (more) Bay remains a priority for Epstein
Let the games begin!
Let the games begin!
bottomlinesox.com — At 12:01am tonight, MLB Free Agents will be allowed to negotiate and sign with any team in the league. That means Jason Bay and his agent Joe Urbon will finally begin the process of determining Bay's value on the open market. Urbon says there are a number of teams interested in signing Bay and ... (more) Let the games begin!

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Gammons & Edes On Boston's Offseason
2009/2010 Free Agents at SS
2009/2010 Free Agents at SS
baseballreflections.com — It’s been quite some time since the the first wave of Cal Ripken deciples made up a trio of the league’s elite shortstops. Alex Rodriguez and Derek Jeter now play together, with Rodriguez moving to third base (though a swap would probably improve the Yankees left side). Nomar ... (more) 2009/2010 Free Agents at SS
Omar Vizquel at Short?
Omar Vizquel at Short?
fenwaywest.com — The Red Sox have plenty of talent on the horizon at shortstop so they only need a placeholder for the short term. Peter Gammons speculated on some of the options in his latest post: There seem to be several ways the Sox could go at shortstop, although it is clear they want Jed Lowrie to ... (more) Omar Vizquel at Short?
Shortstop situation is a big deal in Boston
Shortstop situation is a big deal in Boston
batter-upwithbruno.blogspot.com — This is nothing new to Red Sox fans. Ever since fan favorite Nomar Garciaparra was traded away in 2004 on the final day of the trading deadline, the shortstop position has been a revolving door. Here is a list of players (in alphabetical order) who appeared in at least one game at shortstop ... (more) Shortstop situation is a big deal in Boston
Red Sox Decline Option On Alex Gonzalez
sportsofboston.com — On Sunday, the Red Sox declined the $6 million option they held on Alex Gonzalez for the 2010 season. By declining his option the Red Sox find themselves without an everyday shortstop on the roster. Is this the end of Gonzalez’s second stint with the Red Sox or is free agency a more favorable ... (more) Red Sox Decline Option On Alex Gonzalez
Red Sox Decline Gonzo's Option
Red Sox Decline Gonzo's Option
fenwaywest.com — It has been reported today that the Red Sox have declined Alex Gonzalez's $6M option for 2010. They say that the Sox may still be interested in bringing Gonzo back, but for a lesser amount. Sighs. Let me tell you how much I don't like this. One, I like Gonzo. I thought he brought so much ... (more) Red Sox Decline Gonzo's Option
Shortstop Problems Continue
Shortstop Problems Continue
baseballmusings.com — The Red Sox declined the option on Alex Gonzalez , leaving them for the moment without a starting shortstop: The Red Sox have declined a $6 million option on shortstop Alex Gonzalez, according to a source, but the club still may have interest in bringing the player back in 2010 on a lesser ... (more) Shortstop Problems Continue
Alex Gonzales' Option Declined
Alex Gonzales' Option Declined
duelingcouches.blogspot.com — Alex Gonzalez still could be the starting shortstop for the Red Sox next season. But if he returns, it will be at their price, not his. In the interim, the Sox are likely to continue exploring all options. Gonzalez, 32, batted .284 and had a profound impact on the Boston defense after being ... (more) Alex Gonzales' Option Declined
Red Sox make it all official
boston.com — This press released from our friends on Yawkey Way: RED SOX EXERCISE 2010 CONTRACT OPTION ON CATCHER VICTOR MARTINEZ; SIGN RIGHT-HANDED PITCHER TIM WAKEFIELD TO TWO-YEAR CONTRACT -- Club declines 2010 options on shortstop Alex Gonzalez and catcher ... (more) Red Sox make it all official
Red Sox Decline 2010 Option on Gonzalez
Red Sox Decline 2010 Option on Gonzalez
fullcount.weei.com — The Red Sox have declined their $6 million option on shortstop Alex Gonzalez for 2010, a major-league source confirmed. As a result, Gonzalez is now eligible for free agency. The news was first reported by boston.com. Despite the decision to decline ... (more) Red Sox Decline 2010 Option on Gonzalez
Alex Gonzalez is set free
Alex Gonzalez is set free
firebrandal.com — The Red Sox chose to decline Alex Gonzalez’s $6 million option for 2010 today, putting the shortstop on the free agent market. Quick recap: Gonzalez came to Boston post-Edgar Renteria and served ably, with sensational defense and a penchant for launching the occasional bomb but not ... (more) Alex Gonzalez is set free
Wake's Back For Two More
quinnmedia.blogspot.com — The Red Sox and Tim Wakefield reached agreement on a two-year deal today that will pay Wake $5 million for 2010 and 2011 plus incentives. Wake now gets a serious shot at the Red Sox record for wins in a career, as he is just 17 wins away from tying Cy Young and The Texas Con Man's record. The ... (more) Wake's Back For Two More
Alex Gonzalez: Another Short Stop in Boston
Alex Gonzalez: Another Short Stop in Boston
boston.sportsthenandnow.com — Alex Gonzalez gave the Sox reliable defense and a little pop in his bat. If I told you that the Red Sox and A-Gon were making some headlines in the Hot Stove column, your eyes would more than likely light up, thinking that the “A-Gon” that I was referring to was Adrian ... (more) Alex Gonzalez: Another Short Stop in Boston
Busy Start for the Red Sox
Busy Start for the Red Sox
mysportsrumors.com — You can tell when the New York Yankees and/or Boston Red Sox are upset with how their seasons turned out. They come out guns blazing and that’s exactly what the Red Sox have done. They began the off season with a trade, now resigning current players and even leaving one long time veteran ... (more) Busy Start for the Red Sox
Missing Nomar: The Red Sox Shortstop Search Continues
sportsofboston.com — Fourteen players have started at shortstop since the beginning of the 2004 season: Nomar Garciaparra, Pokey Reese, Cesar Crespo, Ricky Gutierrez, Mark Bellhorn, Orlando Cabrera, Edgar Renteria, Royce Clayton, Alex Cora, Alex Gonzalez, Julio Lugo, Dustin Pedroia, Jed Lowrie and Nick Green. Only ... (more) Missing Nomar: The Red Sox Shortstop Search Continues
The Nats get smart: they move Guzman to second and seek a glove for short
The Nats get smart: they move Guzman to second and seek a glove for short
bases.nbcsports.com — The Nationals have made a lot of smart moves since tossing Jim Bowden over the side last year. Giving the reins to Mike Rizzo is one. Setting aside their Boras-phobia and paying for Strasburg was another.  Sticking with Jim Riggleman ... (more) The Nats get smart: they move Guzman to second and seek ...
BaseballObsessed: More options declined | sportsjabber.net
BaseballObsessed: More options declined | sportsjabber.net
sportsjabber.net — The end of Sunday brought important decisions to two teams. The Phillies decline their option on 3B Pedro Feliz and the Red Sox declined their option on Alex Gonzalez. Both moves cause me to question the confidence in Amaro Jr and Epstein as to "upgrading." (more) BaseballObsessed: More options declined | sportsjabber.net
Red Sox could trade for rookie short stop
Red Sox could trade for rookie short stop
bottomlinesox.com — The Red Sox need a short stop... and there are a few teams with rookies that might be ready for major league action. www.bottomlinesox.com (more) Red Sox could trade for rookie short stop
Weekend Update: Gonzo, Mauer, Bay, Harden
Weekend Update: Gonzo, Mauer, Bay, Harden
bottomlinesox.com — Here are some notes from the weekend: The Red Sox declined Alex Gonzalez's $6M option for 2010 over the weekend. It is believed that the Sox will continue to talk with Gonzo about staying in Boston at a lesser price. Some feel that Gonzalez's offense (or lack there of) could be a problem, but ... (more) Weekend Update: Gonzo, Mauer, Bay, Harden
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