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This guy is good!

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From Newsday:Roger Clemens will take the mound once again, and he's not straying far from home. Newsday has learned that Clemens, 43, has agreed to terms with the Astros, the team for which he pitched the last two seasons. The seven-time Cy Young Award winner could be pitching in the major leagues by the end of June. He will earn from $3.5 million to $4 million per month, netting him roughly $12

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The Red Sox have outlined a specific schedule for Coco Crisp to go on a Minor League rehab assignment, and, though they don't want to look too far ahead, Monday night in Toronto is looking like a logical time for the switch-hitting center fielder to reclaim his spot in the lineup.Red Sox manager Terry Francona announced after Tuesday's game that Crisp will take batting practice at Fenway Park on

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It was a different looking Yankee team, but it was a result we have seen almost 200 times during Curt Schilling's HoF career. The Sox spanked the Yanks 9-5, and the score would have been a hell of a lot worse if Keith "Choke" had not played tee ball in the 9th."That's a distinctly different team," he said Monday night after pitching eight strong innings to beat New York 9-5 and earn his 199th

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The Sox continue to enjoy their time in the "City of Brotherly Love." Its just a shame I wasn't there to enjoy it.After Matt Clement's solid outing on Friday, Josh Beckett hit a solo homer, an RBI single and pitched seven solid innings to lead the Red Sox over the struggling Philadelphia Phillies 8-4 on Saturday night. Beckett (6-1) allowed four runs and six hits to win his third straight start

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We now enter month 6 (although it seems like year 6) of the "will he or won't he" Roger Clemens watch and I'm just about fed up with it. With the Sox finally losing to Baltimore (even a broken clock is right twice a day) I have to have something to talk about - and Roger's "everyone pay attention to me" antics have me at my wit's end. Jayson Start reports on ESPN.com that Roger has upped his

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Easiest way to say it: the Sox raped the Yankees! Usually the YES Network likes to replay the games the Yankees just played; do they dare re-air this routing? They do! Stay tuned at 11:30 PM.It's also great listening to these Yankees commentators discussing how Randy Johnson played a great game when he blatantly sucked like Rick Vaughn before he got his trendy red glasses. Go Sox!

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Sorry it's taken so long to post a follow-up to Monday's Red Sox-Yankees game, but I was waiting to talk about the whole 2-game series. Naturally, the second game was screwed up by the rain and the Yes Network decided to air a Sox-Yanks game from '03 where the Yankees had a huge late-game comeback to be victorious. Great propaganda.Monday's game was great! I loved watching the first third where

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Monday is the first meeting of the Red Sox and the "Evil Empire" - always a stressful time for any Sox fan. With our boys in red and white currently getting trounced by Cleveland (currently 11-2 in the top of the 7th), I can't help wonder what Monday and Tuesday's games have in store. Any predictions?

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According to Boston Dirt Dogs, the Red Sox may now be the frontrunner in the Roger Clemens sweepstakes. Clemens reportedly said Wednesday he'd like to put No. 21 on his back and finish his career where he started. The Yankees are supposedly his second choice even though owner George Steinbrenner hasn't yet made Roger an offer; however, Roger expects him to at some point. The Astros may have

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Following two games of riveting drama the Red Sox gave everyone a chance to exhale on Wednesday night, riding Curt Schilling's red-hot arm and a well-balanced offensive barrage to a 9-1 win over the Devil Rays.

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Another solid win for the Sox last night 7-4 over Tampa. Pitching was adequate and Stern's defensive gem in the 9th most likely saved the game. As for positives Manny has to stand out. If this team is going to make a run at anything this year they need him to hit. Last nights 2-4 performance with 3 RBI's might just be the spark that gets him back. Hopefully that extra base hit will turn into HR's

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The good news after Easter Sunday, the Sox quite possibly have the best 1-2 combo in baseball. Schilling and Beckett are 6-0 with a 1.47 ERA, 28 strikeouts, and just nine walks. Overall pitching has been extremely strong, with Papelbon more than fulfilling the promise he showed last year. Despite having scored fewer runs than every team in the American League except the Royals the Sox are a very

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Its official, Ortiz has been signed for four more years to the tune of 52 million.It sure is good to see when deals work out as smoothly as this one especially in light of the recent problems the sox have had with some noted signings. While we are all glad to see that Papi intends to finish out his career with the Sox will the $ change your perception of him as he moves from one of the better

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Week one is coming to a close and so far the Sox are starting off on the right foot. 3-1 going into tonight's match-up against Baltimore, the team has seen some great starting pitching, solid relief from Papelbon, and new guys making their mark (Loretta, Crisp, Lowell, etc.). The biggest concerns so far are Wake in the two spot (and whether or not Bard is the solution or not), Foulke in the

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Sox pitching looked impressive last night. Beckett showed us that all that stands in the way of him becoming one of baseball's elite pitchers is his health. Timlin came through and Papelbon looked dominant. Should Foulke be allowed a shot to come back as the closer or be relegated to set up your call?J Beckett (W, 1-0) 7.0 7 1 1 1 5 0 109-75 1.29J Papelbon (S, 1) 1.0 0 0 0 0 2 0 11-8 0.00

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With the season now looming just a day away, I'll finish up my in-depth look at the 06 Sox with a closer look at the arms that Tito Francona will be counting on to come out of the bullpen and slam the door shut on the opposition. Like the rotation, there's a lot of upside in this group of pitchers, but plenty of questions as well. So let's get right to it and start with the biggest "?" of them

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Join Christopher in supporting healthy future Red Sox fans!Christopher is a beautiful boy and the expected starting SS for the 2035 Boston Red Sox! Last year, Christopher made his Red Sox Nation debut with the support of UConn Medical Center's Neo-natal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in Hartford. Christopher came out of the NICU after a few days ready to play ball and is a healthy and happy future

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Ok, there may be a few questions about our relief pitching, but it is obvious from today's action that Julian Tavarez is one hell of a slugger! There is no excuse for sucker punching in Spring Training, but it is good to see the Sox have a little attitude going into opening day - one where Tavarez will no doubt be serving some kind of suspension. This just a day after Beckett went a few verbal

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The Cincinnati Reds traded outfielder Wily Mo Pena to the Boston Red Sox for right-hander Bronson Arroyo and cash on Monday in a deal that may fill needs for both clubs.Arroyo, 29, will be a boost to a Reds pitching staff that had the highest ERA in the National League last year. Arroyo, who went 14-10 with a 4.51 ERA in 32 starts and three relief appearances in 2005, joins right-hander Aaron

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Well, I have been putting off this post hoping that things might shake out a bit in camp, but for now at least, it appears the Sox will keep all seven of their starting pitchers. "Seven starters?" You ask. "What are we going to do with seven starters?" And I answer, "Hope that at least 5 of them can be healthy and effective."As of right now, there hasn't been much evidence to show that the Sox

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While the passing of Kirby Puckett and the continuing controversey over Barroid Bonds were decidingly negatives for baseball, March 7th held some positives for the Sox.Yesterday's 10-6 victory showed signs of what Sox fans can hope to expect more of for 2006, solid pitching from Curt Schilling and clutch hitting from Manny and Coco Crisp.More importantly Big Papi seems in mid season form, leading

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In Memoriam: Kirby PuckettA true competitor, a smile that could light up a ballpark,and a gift to baseball fans everywhere.

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After an rocky off-season of trade demands, silent treatments, and threats to retire, David Wells has decided to stay with the Sox. In the end, I believe the competitor inside decided that he still wants to win ball games - and off course make a few million along the way. On one hand you can't blame him. He wants to go back home and isn't enjoying all the attention in Boston. On the other, you

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Despite losing to the Twins 6-3 in the Sox first ST game last night, new CF Coco Crisp was just that - going 3-3 and almost hitting through through the cycle. Yes, on the flip side Damon was one of the few producers during the Yanks first outing, however it is good to see Crisp making his presence felt (esp. considering he was the only expected starter to play in the game).In other news, Papelbon

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While spring training is still warming up we thought it would be interesting to find out who you feel is the best modern day Sox pitcher. I'm sure all of you have taken the time to pontificate about these matters privately wondering whether Clemens' 20 strikeout performance was better than Pedro's masterpieces at Fenway. While we don't want to take any attention away from the bright prospects of

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So far the beginning of spring training has produced some very good news for Sox fans. First there was Manny's exit from the WBC, then today came news of his arrival to camp. Even better is the extremely positive news that our old ace is starting to feel the 'form' again that brought down the evil empire. On being asked what pleased him most during his latest workout Schilling noted, "All of it -

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As we prepare for yet another exciting season of Red Sox baseball, it is important to consider the various intangibles and potential outcomes that could make or break the season. No I am not referring to if or when Manny Ramirez decides to show up to camp, but to the players who need to show the Nation that they can be difference makers - and not just in one series, or even the playoffs, but the

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Hey driver, move that truck! Yes it is finally that time of year as the Red Sox Spring Training caravan headed down to Fort Myers on Monday. In fact the season is upon us as the Yanks and Mets pitchers and catchers reported today - while the Sox will soon follow on Sunday. Gotta love Spring Training!So as the season officially begins in just a few days, what's the buzz in Red Sox Nation?Looks

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Sorry I've been away for a week or so. I've been battling the obligatory mid-February sinus-throat illness, but when I saw those pictures of the equipment truck leaving Fenway Park yesterday, the sniffles began to dry up and I could smell spring training right around the corner.I promised a look at Boston's bench next, so that's where I'm headed in the ensuing paragraphs. It's pretty safe to say

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A new movie will be coming out in March starring Michael Keaton. The movie centers on the turmoil in Keaton's life and his love affair with the Red Sox. It takes place on October 25th 1986, that Shakespearian day in baseball history when well you know happened! Link is attached below where fans are encouraged to comment on where they were on that infamous night. After 2004, Sox fans can surely

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In the spirit of the 2006 winter Olympics its nice to know our best skier is a Sox fan!

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Lost in the hoopla surrounding Mr Damon's exit to NY are the sound capabilities of his replacement. Sure Mr Crisp is named after a cereal and sure he's only had a few good years under his belt, but a comparison shows remarkably similar statistics.2005stats AB H 2B HR RBI AVG SLGMr Crisp 594 178 42 16 69 .300 .465J Damon 624 197 35 10 75 .316 .439Not to mention the 8 million in annual savings.Now

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After 21 years, over 4,700 innings pitched, and a career ERA of 3.12 could the Rocket's red glare be shining down on Fenway Park one more time? Of all the off-season moves, predicaments, and "what if" scenarios we have endured, this could be the one that tugs most at the ole' heart strings.Red Sox Nation will never forget Roger Clemen's and the mark he left on the franchise during his 13 years

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So it looks like everything has finally come together for 2006. Oh, Theo and company still have a few more moves up their sleeves, I'd guess - Somehow I doubt Trot will be platooning with Dustin Mohr or Willie Harris once we break camp. But after a tumultuous off-season that had many Red Sox fans threatening to jump off the "Lovers Leap" Bridge (located in New Milford - gotta keep this CT-centric

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Forget Johnny Depp, the newest star of his own "Cry Baby" blockbuster is Johnny Damon! Here's what bostondirtdogs is reporting he said on a recent radio interview: "'My kids had a hard time dealing with it,' he said. 'I kinda told them [I was leaving the Red Sox]and they cried, and I cried with them. And I said, 'Hey, this team really just did not want me as much as I wanted them.'" -- Former Red

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With the signing of Alex Gonzalez to a 1yr 3mm dollar deal the sox have solved their shortstop dilemma. He is definitely an improvement on the defensive side though is offense is lacking compared to Rentaria. One wonders if there is a reason for the recent drop off in his home run production, but his average did improve to an acceptable .264 last year. I would still argue that they need a second

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After a little vacation in the far east, and an unfortunate trip around second, it is nice to see Boston is welcoming back Gabe Kapler! Not sure why Wilson gets the invite - other than to help convince Manny to show up to spring training....Kapler among 20 non-roster players invitedFebruary 1, 2006BOSTON (AP) -- Outfielder Gabe Kapler, who ruptured his left Achilles' tendon less than five months

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Welcome to the first Red Sox blog dedicated to Connecticut-based fans of greatest team in baseball!It goes without saying that living in the shadow of the Evil Empire is not something that we enjoy. However Connecticut is a great place to live and the Red Sox fans that call the "Constitution State" home are some of the best in the country. It takes great fans to deal with no NESN (esp. in

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