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Originally Posted by BCWWF
I dunno, I don't think the Red Sox will make the playoffs next year, but thats just me
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They'll take the WC, if the pull off a deal for Hudson they'll contend for the Division title.
There really not worse off then last year.
Bullpen is better w/ Mantei
Pedro gone, Wells in.
Schilling wont be ready opening day, but should be ready shortly after. (30days).
Lowe had a great post-season but a horrible regular season, and still might be back.
Tek is still a key, I think Mirabelli can replace his hitting and can catch Wake, but not sure he can call the games as well as Tek.
if the Sox don't get Reterira (rumor is now, STL gave their final offer, it was same years, but 1mil less per year the the sox) the Sox will probably get OC back.
Plus, I'm sure the sox aren't done, wouldn't be suprised to see Clement or another tier 2 pitcher. Which replaces what you got from Lowe.
Injuries of course change everything, I mean, if A-rod and Sheff go down for the year, I'd write off the Yanks, same way if Schill and Wells go down for the year, I'd write off the Sox.
Side note... Ortiz didn't play winter ball due to a sore shoulder, he hurt in the end of the season, but still had a monster post season... first time he hasn't played winterball... wonder how this might effect him...