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Eight questions Theo Epstein must answer in the off-season
The morning after is never pleasant, whether you are dealing with the end of a relationship or a Boston Red Sox loss in the post-season. Both situations result in the same feeling - disappointment, aggravation and, more than anything else, extreme heartbreak. Maybe I am too emotionally invested ...
Every Given Sunday: Wish Lists and Intentions by John Perrotto
baseballprospectus.com — The runners-up take their positions in line for the opening of the off-season market.... (more) Every Given Sunday: Wish Lists and Intentions by John ...
Lowell's surgery a success; Epstein speaks
boston.com — Third baseman Mike Lowell's surgery this morning was "a complete success" and his doctors were "pleasantly surprised"... with the condition of Lowell's labrum in his right hip, Red Sox general manager Theo Epstein said this afternoon. Doctors removed ... (more) Lowell's surgery a success; Epstein speaks
Sox bring back Wakefield
boston.com — The Red Sox have picked up knuckleballer Tim Wakefield's option for next season.... (more) Sox bring back Wakefield
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Baseball Blog Weigh In: Manny, Peavy, Cubs
MLB Rumors - MLBTradeRumors.com — ... Sox and Pinstripes has eight questions the Red Sox must address this offseason including whether or not to re-sign Jason Varitek and Tim Wakefield. ...

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