- With a 7-2 win over the Astros last night, the Red Sox are currently 15-7, tied with the Rangers for the best record in the American League. The Orioles are 2 games back, and the Yankees 2.5 games back.
- David Ortiz hit his first home run of the season last night. In 5 games, he is hitting .550 (11 for 20) with 3 doubles and 5 RBIs.
- Clay Buchholz has a 5-0 record with a 1.19 ERA and a 1.009 WHIP. He’s given up 5 earned runs, 1 home run, and 13 walks, while striking out 39.
- Shane Victorino was held out of last night’s game for a tight back, which also plagued him last weekend. The thought is he’s day-to-day, but could this be a problem this season? Victorino is currently hitting .292 with 3 stolen bases. His defense has been just as impressive as his offense.
- Daniel Bard rejoined the Red Sox and appeared in the 9th inning last night. He worked a scoreless inning, gave up a hit, and struck out one.
- Alfredo Aceves was optioned to Triple-A after the game on Wednesday, and catcher, Ryan Lavarnway was called up.
- The thought is Lavarnway will be with the team until Sunday, when Lackey is presumably back. Will the Sox use Lavarnway in a game situation? Currently, Sox catchers are hitting .202 (17 for 84). Lavarnway was hitting .310 in Triple-A with 1 home run, 3 doubles, and 7 RBIs. More impressive, he’s walked and struck out 7 times each.
- Mike Napoli currently leads the Majors with 26 RBIs. Clay Buchholz leads the Majors with 5 wins (his 1.19 ERA is good enough for 3rd). The Red Sox pitching staff leads the Majors with a 10.01 per nine innings strikeout rate.
- My MLB-At-Bat Feed worked during my run (outside!) last night. It was nice to run and listen to the beginning of the game, especially when the Sox scored 4 runs in the first inning.
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