Tag Archives: Theo Epstein
Mr. Meltdown Strikes Again
Let’s not get caught up in Dale Sveum’s semantics. The skipper’s not “considering removing Carlos Marmol from the closer’s role.” Marmol is as good as gone. The real question is what took so long? Watching Marmol toss meatball sliders has … Continue reading
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Trading Carlos Marmol
It’s hard to believe Dale Sveum has any confidence left in Carlos Marmol. Marmol’s performance Sunday, full of walks, wildness and unforced errors, has become common place for the right-hander. Not even a five-run lead could keep us from biting … Continue reading
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Byrd, Bowden & Jackson
It feels like Theo Epstein extended an olive branch to the Boston Red Sox on Saturday trading Marlon Byrd for right-handed pitcher Michael Bowden. Who would’ve guessed both parties would dance following the lengthy debate to settle the Epstein compensation … Continue reading
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