Red Sox Notes: Ross, Wakefield, Ranaudo & Oswalt
Cody Ross is Mr. Average. Christina Kahrl wrote about the players who are the statistical average in offensive production at every position – with Red Sox newcomer Cody Ross grabbing the leftfield spot. Ross is a good, low-cost pick-up late in the off-season.
Wakefield Wants to Return. Tim Wakefield again voiced his strong preference to come back to Boston and pitch one more season with the Red Sox. Despite the uncertainty in the Red Sox rotation, I don’t see Wakefield coming back. But it would be strange seeing Wake pitch for another team. Probably strange for Wakefield too. Look for him to retire.
Ranaudo ready for more. MILB.com spoke with Red Sox pitching prospect Anthony Ranaudo who said he is hoping to start the season at AA Portland. Ranaudo is very active on Twitter – @anthony_ranaudo – if you are looking to follow someone new.
Oswalt Looks Heading South. Jon Heyman writes it looks like the Cardinals and Rangers are Roy Oswalt’s top choices – leaving the Red Sox to look elsewhere for a starter. My top pick for the Red Sox would be Edwin Jackson with Gavin Floyd number two (Jackson gets the nod only because he is a free agent). If Boston is truly satisfied with the starting rotation (as management says), St. Louis is shopping Kyle McClellan to clear salary room for Oswalt – and he would be a good addition to the bullpen. Kind of what they hoped Dan Wheeler would produce last season.
Albie Jarvis
