Late-blooming Scutaro secure in camp
February 23, 2010
He comes to camp with, of all things, comfort. For so many years, Marco Scutaro would arrive at Spring Training and immediately be in a quest to carve out his space and prove what he could do and where he could play. (read full article)
In limbo, Lowell takes high road
February 23, 2010
There was no hint of bitterness or anger from Mike Lowell, a former World Series Most Valuable Player who now finds himself residing in a place called limbo. (read full article)
Bauman: Run production a question mark
February 23, 2010
In two of baseball's three basic categories, the Red Sox have made clear and substantial improvements. That's a solid winter's work, but now, will .667 get it done against the incumbent champions? (read full article)
Dice-K cleared to start throwing regimen
February 22, 2010
Daisuke Matsuzaka still hasn't caught up to the other pitchers in camp, but he took a significant step on Monday when he was able to restart his throwing program. (read full article)
Beltre, Cameron get first taste of ‘Nation’
February 22, 2010
It was the first day of work with a new team for Adrian Beltre and Mike Cameron, two well-established veterans who got to choose where to play this winter, and both pounced on the opportunity to come to the Red Sox. (read full article)
Papi out to silence critics with big 2010
February 22, 2010
David Ortiz knows there are critics out there, and he would like to silence all of them this season. He feels they gave up on him after two months, and overlooked his track record of game-winning hits and monster seasons. (read full article)
For a healthy lifestyle, it’s a numbers game
February 22, 2010
Maybe Spring Training is the time of year to do a little health self-assessment. Time to get to know your numbers and maybe work on improving them. (read full article)
Pedroia knows his big role in Sox’s offense
February 21, 2010
Despite the question marks in the Red Sox's lineup, Dustin Pedroia is unconcerned. In fact, he thinks the club's offense isn't getting enough credit. (read full article)
Winning, not contract on Beckett’s mind
February 21, 2010
Known for his steely-eyed focus every fifth day -- not to mention the four in between -- the prospect of a "contract year" won't deter Josh Beckett one way or the other. (read full article)
Lowrie’s mission: Stay healthy in 2010
February 20, 2010
At a time of year when many players set numerical goals, all Jed Lowrie wants is health. It has been an elusive thing for the young infielder, who enters this camp without a defined role and only one mission. (read full article)