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potential problem when the team’s injured defensemen are ready to return to the lineup STAT OF THE DAY: 5.43 — Jon Lester ‘s career ERA in 10 games vs. the White Sox — following Monday night’s 6-4 Red Sox loss in Chicago — his
potential problem when the team’s injured defensemen are ready to return to the lineup STAT OF THE DAY: 5.43 — Jon Lester ‘s career ERA in 10 games vs. the White Sox — following Monday night’s 6-4 Red Sox loss in Chicago — his
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now seems like ages ago that the Red Sox enjoyed a dominating late-innings march over the Yankees on Opening Day. Jon Lester lasted just five innings, but the team didn't need any more out of him thanks to dominating work by (in order) Junichi
baseman's average back over the Mendoza line to .203. Middlebrooks also got plenty of action at third base behind Jon Lester , whose nasty cutter against a predominantly right-handed Blue Jays lineup kept Middlebrooks and shortstop Stephen
pitchers would usurp his place in the rotation. Prior to the 2008 season, even after he won the World Series clincher, Jon Lester was viewed more frequently (at least outside the Sox front office) as trade bait than a future rotation fixture. So it
Doubront got battered out of the game after just 3 2/3 frames, John Lackey got knocked out after five innings and Jon Lester could not maintain the tremendous efficiency he showed in his first pass through the Rangers lineup, his outing reaching
sum of it's parts. And just as Ortiz' exploits against the Blue Jays highlighted his importance, the downturns of Jon Lester and Joel Hanrahan offered reminders that the importance of pitching can't be understated. Yet success in the long
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sure went the other way in a hurry Monday night at U.S. Cellular Field. Adam Dunn put the Red Sox and their starter, Jon Lester , in a first-inning hole via a three-run hole, and the White Sox never looked back. Chicago went on to claim the
sure went the other way in a hurry Monday night at U.S. Cellular Field. Adam Dunn put the Red Sox and their starter, Jon Lester , in a first-inning hole via a three-run hole, and the White Sox never looked back. Chicago went on to claim the
behind the plate for the Sox and working once again with left-hander Jon Lester . The pairing has been a productive one for the Sox, as Lester has ..... LF Will Middlebrooks, 3B Stephen Drew, SS Jarrod Saltalamacchia, C Jon Lester , SP
behind the plate for the Sox and working once again with left-hander Jon Lester . The pairing has been a productive one for the Sox, as Lester has ..... LF Will Middlebrooks, 3B Stephen Drew, SS Jarrod Saltalamacchia, C Jon Lester , SP
The undefeated Jon Lester will vie for his seventh win of the season Monday night as the Red Sox take on the White Sox for the first time in 2013. Dylan
In the latest edition of the "It Is What It Is" podcast, Chris Price and CSNNE's Mike Giardi take a look at the Patriots offseason on both sides of the ball, try and get a handle on which new guys will make an impact first, and whether or not the Patriots have altered their style when it comes to drafting and developing wide receivers.
Mike Florio joined the program to discuss the Jets decision to release Tim Tebow, he said the situation is as disaster all around for the Jets and that the problems begins with owner Woody Johnson. Mike also said that he was disappointed with the Pats moving back in the first round.
One of the hardest working men in the biz, Mike Petraglia aka "Trags", sits down with Butch Stearns live in Foxborough to help break down all the latest Pats moves. He discusses his reaction to the trade in Round 1 and the guys those picks produced. Also, the boys talk about the decent trade the Pats made in acquiring LeGarrette Blount from Tampa Bay for Jeff Demps and a 7th rounder.
We check in with Danny Ainge for our first talk to him since the Celtics season ended last weekend. We talk about the future of the team, KG, Pierce, Doc Rivers and more, as Danny directly answers the rumors being floated by ESPN's Stephen A. Smith.
Jackie Mac joins the show to discuss the trade rumors swirling around Paul Pierce, KG, Doc Rivers and the Celtics. She also discusses the future of the Celtics head coach.
Stephen A. joined the program to discuss the trade rumors he has reported regarding a possible trade including Doc Rivers and the Clippers. Stephen A. also told the guys that he has heard that Danny and Doc may be tiring of working together.
Joe Castiglione talked with John Lackey after he picked up the W against the Twins. Lackey threw seven innings, and retired the 1st twelve batters of the game.
Dave O'Brien talked to John Farrell before the end of the Twins series. The Sox skipper said that Big Papi's success is no surprise given his work ethic.
John Farrell postgame press conference
Eddie Olczyk joins the show to discuss the Bruins Rangers series and what to expect with Game 3 back in NY. He also talks about Seguin's inconsistency and the role of Jaromir Jagr.
Kenny Albert joins Mut and Merloni to discuss the play of Henrik Lundqvist, changes John Torterella may make before tonight's game, and if home ice advantage will make a difference.
Elliotte Friedman joined the show to discuss the Bruins domination of the series thus far. He said that while nothing is certain he cannot see a way in which the Rangers come back and win the series.
Elliotte Friedman joined the show to discuss the Bruins domination of the series thus far. He said that while nothing is certain he cannot see a way in which the Rangers come back and win the series.
Steve joined the show to discuss the Rangers and their coach John Tortorella. Steve said that the Bruins have been the far better team thus far in the series.
Kirk and Gerry talked about game three tonight at Madison Square Garden between the Bruins and Rangers. Gerry and Kirk are not very confident in the ability of the Rangers to make this a series.
Eddie Olczyk joins the show to discuss the Bruins Rangers series and what to expect with Game 3 back in NY. He also talks about Seguin's inconsistency and the role of Jaromir Jagr.
Kenny Albert joins Mut and Merloni to discuss the play of Henrik Lundqvist, changes John Torterella may make before tonight's game, and if home ice advantage will make a difference.
Find out which WEEI host came out victorious in the latest Salk Vs. Mut battle.
What's better than a whole hour with NESN's Jack Edwards? Not much. We talk all hockey, all the time with Jack live from his study, with a "Loving Cup", whatever that is.
We talk hockey as the Bruins have had little problem taking a 2-0 series lead against the much talk about NY Rangers. Will this continue in games 3 and 4 at MSG? We discuss.
We tackle four topics we haven't yet touched upon today. Gronk!, Proms with celebs and athletes and much more.
Today on the Daily Planet the Bruins have a 2-0 lead over the New york Rangers, the Red Sox are back on the winning sde of things, and the noteable birthdays of the day.
The Bruins have almost finished raking the Leafs, the Red Sox struggle from the mound, Miami Heat fans show their level of class.
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....uhhhh.....a bunch of bombs over there....
Sounds like a prostate exam to me!
Damn New Yorkers!
Linda explains how the shootout transpired in Watertown during the early morning hours. She saw the first suspect mortally wounded and police beginning the manhunt for the second suspect.
More from this showJeff Bauman, a victim of the Boston Marathon bombing, joined the show to give the guys an update of his condition and a first-hand account of that terrible day. Jeff told the guys how he wrote the description of the bomber as soon as he could. Mr. Bauman added that he is aided every day with the knowledge that he is alive and the terrorist that detonated the bomb is dead.
More from this showWe check in with Danny Ainge for our first talk to him since the Celtics season ended last weekend. We talk about the future of the team, KG, Pierce, Doc Rivers and more, as Danny directly answers the rumors being floated by ESPN's Stephen A. Smith.
More from this showShawn joined the show to discuss the teams great performance in game two against the Rangers. Shawn said that he wouldn't mind playing for John Tortorella because he seems like a funny guy.
More from this showBy and large, the focus of development in the minor leagues is on players. Still, there is a developmental path for coaches and managers in the farm system, as is evident from the fact that the previous two managers of the Red Sox' Triple-A affiliate in Pawtucket -- Torey Lovullo (2010) and Arnie Beyeler (2011-12) are now both on the Red Sox' big league coaching staff. They share their insights about the differences between player and coaching expectations in Triple-A vs. the majors, while discussing professional development from the perspective of former minor league managers who aspire to similar positions in the big leagues.
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