Thursday, August 7, 2008

One Week after Manny

Last Thursday Red Sox's Nation was shocked when Manny was traded to the Dodgers. Since then the Sox have gone 5-1. (Granted they have played the A's and Royals) The team seems to be much more relaxed and is playing well. Jason Bay has been productive and seems happy having a supporting role in an already strong lineup. Francona still hasn't quite figured out the lineup, but with time I am sure they have the bats to put some runs on the board.

This weekend the Sox get the White Sox. Even though they are on the road I still think they should be able to take two of three. I have never thought the White Sox were any good not even in '05 when they won the World Series. (they had a bunch of guys who had career years, i.e. Buehrle, Garland, Jenks, etc.)This year, they are benefiting from being in a divison of underachievers (Tigers and Indians) and teams who aren't willing to spend money (Twins and Royals). I would love to play the White Sox in the postseason if I were the Red Sox. Love it. Let's see if they can get it done this weekend.

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