Will Varitek be behind the plate in '09?
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comThe healthy returns of Mike Lowell and David Ortiz would go a long way toward improving the middle of the Red Sox lineup.
Story | Conversation | November 09, 2008Clubs with pitching looking to sell high
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comTeams are being driven to the trade market by a thin free-agent pitching class -- but the cost to land an ace won't be cheap.
Story | Conversation | November 21, 2007Faltering bullpen at root of Boston's struggles
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comWith their once-comfortable AL East lead nearly gone, the Red Sox are struggling for answers as they try to avoid a '78-like collapse.
Story | Conversation | September 20, 2007Red Sox feel powerful enough without Rocket
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comThe Red Sox think they have the parts to make a World Series run, even without Roger Clemens.
Story | Conversation | May 06, 2007Red Sox throwing big three at Yankees
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comForget about any lingering doubts. The Red Sox feature a stacked rotation as they renew their rivalry with the Yankees.
Story | Conversation | April 19, 2007Relief help may be key to offseason
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comThe Red Sox have plenty of work to do if they are to keep pace with the rest of the American League.
Story | Conversation | November 15, 2006Those that fell far short of expectations
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comThe Indians are among five teams that were expected to be contenders, but instead have disappointed.
Story | Conversation | September 26, 2006Lester learning in the limelight
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comDespite having so much riding on each of his starts, the Red Sox are being patient as rookie Jon Lester learns as he goes.
Story | Conversation | August 17, 2006AL teams take NL pitchers at their own risk
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comDesperate for pitching help, AL teams must be careful when they consider available options in the NL.
Story | Conversation | July 17, 2006Finding dependable arms won't be easy
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comWith Roger Clemens out of the picture, where will the Red Sox, Yankees and Rangers turn for pitching help? Sean McAdam examines.
Story | Conversation | May 31, 2006Infield makeover bolsters Red Sox defense
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comA productive, new-look infield, led by Mike Lowell, has helped carry the Red Sox to the top of the AL East, writes Sean McAdam.
Story | Conversation | May 23, 2006Red Sox believe Papelbon is the real deal
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comIn rookie closer Jonathan Papelbon, the Red Sox may just have the second coming of Mariano Rivera, writes Sean McAdam.
Story | Conversation | May 07, 2006Epstein back in savior role for Red Sox
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comNow that Theo Epstein won his power play with Larry Lucchino, it's up to Epstein to re-establish the Red Sox's direction.
Story | Conversation | January 19, 2006Red Sox brass operating by committee
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comWithout a full-time GM on board, the Red Sox head to the winter meetings with a group effort led by Larry Lucchino himself, writes Sean McAdam.
Story | Conversation | December 02, 2005New GMs thrown into the fire
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comIn the frenzy that is the offseason, there are several new GMs who are basically learning everything about their jobs on the fly, writes Sean McAdam.
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