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| quote: | Originally posted by GUBostonDubs
well yeah I always knew about Zito's curve but I thought he used to hit 93-94 on the radar? Moises Alou still is one of the best dead on fast ball hitters in the league. I've seen him turn on 100 mph darts and put them into the seats. I've always liked him. Easley still playing 2nd these days? I think the sox still need to get a closer (the last time I checked) but I did like the fact that they got Matsuzaka, as well as Donnelly and Romero. I think it's better now that Beckett will be the 3rd starter. I think the best deal the sox made this offseason is NOT trading Manny. As much as hes a pain in the ass, you can't replace his bat in the lineup...no way..I think the signing of Drew (depending on his physical) will make manny even better by protecting him. Drew is perfect for that 5 hole and adds another left handed bat to the lineup. The only concern now is closer as Papelbon is gonna be the 4th or 5th starter. I think we've done well overall |
personally, i am a yankees fan, and the moves the sox made so far this offseason are a little concerning. You're right about Manny, not getting rid of him was the best decision (without manny no one would ever pitch to Ortiz), but as for transactions, I think the biggest move for you guys wasn't matsuzaka, but donnelly. Don't underestimate the importance of a shut down guy in the bullpen. I think he has only given up runs to the yankess in one inning out of 18 (or something like that). Who knows about Drew, he's always injured. He's a solid player, but definately overrated. His only real good year was in 2004 with atlanta. He barely reaches 100 games played in most of his seasons. Romero is also a wildcard, he had a terrible year last year with the injuries and pitching. I think this year is going to be the most competitive in the AL East. The Sox look better than they have in years, and the yankees are finally getting it that you can't trade away your future. Don't forget about the Jays, they got Thomas and kept wells.
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