Dice-K pleased after first spring outing
(Sun, 21 Mar 2010 14:14:00 EDT)
Taking another incremental step toward his return, Red Sox right-hander Daisuke Matsuzaka took the two-mile ride to the Minor League complex on Sunday morning, where he faced hitters in a game situation for the first time since the end of last season.

Wakefield continues to stand test of time
(Sat, 20 Mar 2010 17:02:00 EDT)
On Saturday, the 43-year-old Tim Wakefield breezed through his start against the Baltimore Orioles, pitching five shutout innings, allowing two hits.

Marlins offer Jimenez back to Boston
(Sun, 21 Mar 2010 11:21:00 EDT)
After impressing the Marlins early in Spring Training, the Marlins determined Jorge Jimenez wasn't part of their plans, so they have decided to cut ties with the 25-year-old third baseman.

Youk, Scutaro homer as Red Sox roll
(Sat, 20 Mar 2010 16:01:00 EDT)
The Tim Wakefield of old appeared on Saturday, as the knuckler and the Red Sox's bullpen shut down the Orioles, 6-0. Kevin Youkilis and Marco Scutaro went yard in the contest.

Embree, Red Sox reunite on Minors deal
(Sat, 20 Mar 2010 14:10:00 EDT)
At the age of 40, left-handed reliever Alan Embree has returned, ready to start his second stint in a Boston uniform.

On the mend, Beckett labors through start
(Fri, 19 Mar 2010 17:13:00 EDT)
It was a Friday of labor for Red Sox ace Josh Beckett, in large part because the man known for his meticulous preparation hardly got to do any.

Lowell upbeat as he adjusts to first base
(Fri, 19 Mar 2010 18:50:00 EDT)
Making his way back from offseason thumb surgery and the lingering effects of hip surgery at the end of the 2008 season, along with being displaced at third base, Mike Lowell has been trying to find his comfort zone, both at the plate and in the field.

Red Sox hear good news on Westmoreland
(Fri, 19 Mar 2010 23:15:00 EDT)
The Red Sox announced Friday night that there is reason for encouragement regarding the condition of top outfield prospect Ryan Westmoreland, who underwent surgery to repair a cavernous malformation in his brain earlier this week.

Dice-K set for Minor League start Sunday
(Fri, 19 Mar 2010 16:40:00 EDT)
In what had been somewhat of a nagging Spring Training for Daisuke Matsuzaka, there was finally some reason for celebration on Thursday night, as the right-hander got back to Boston in time to witness the birth of his third child, a daughter.

Papi, Hermida homer in loss to Bucs
(Fri, 19 Mar 2010 16:05:00 EDT)
David Ortiz hit a two-run shot and Jeremy Hermida added a solo blast, but the Red Sox fell to the Pirates, 9-7, on Friday in Bradenton, Fla. Josh Beckett allowed four runs on six hits over 3 1/3 innings.

Buchholz stays on schedule to earn job
(Thu, 18 Mar 2010 18:30:00 EDT)
With the big league team off Thursday, right-hander Clay Buchholz toiled at the player development complex on the opposite end of Edison Avenue from City of Palms Park, in a Minor League game against a Twins' high Class A squad.

Hall comfortable at almost any position
(Thu, 18 Mar 2010 19:29:00 EDT)
Bill Hall's positional resume could be considered diverse, with more than 100 games each at second base, third base, shortstop and center field and dozens of games in left and right over eight seasons since making his big league debut with the Brewers in 2002.

Atchison trying to stick with Red Sox
(Thu, 18 Mar 2010 07:00:00 EDT)
Scott Atchison, a 33-year-old right-hander who pitched in Japan the past two seasons, is among a trio of relievers competing for a spot on the Red Sox roster.

Red Sox get Celestino to finish trade
(Thu, 18 Mar 2010 12:56:00 EDT)
The Mariners and Red Sox completed the Casey Kotchman trade on Thursday, when they announced that Boston has acquired right-handed pitcher Miguel Celestino as the player to be named later.

Bodley: For Francona, life is good
(Thu, 18 Mar 2010 17:55:00 EDT)
After six seasons in Boston, Terry Francona is feeling comfortable with his role with the franchise, and he's feeling good about his team's chances in 2010.

Putting Nomar's health into perspective
(Thu, 18 Mar 2010 13:02:00 EDT)
Nomar Garciaparra's 2004 exit from the Red Sox was a bad breakup followed by a breakdown. Actually, the breakdown began much earlier. We just didn't know it then.

Bullpen can't back up Lackey's solid outing
(Wed, 17 Mar 2010 15:47:00 EDT)
John Lackey continued his Grapefruit League dominance Wednesday afternoon, as he scattered two hits over four scoreless innings in the Red Sox's 4-2 loss to the Mets.

Lackey living up to expectations
(Wed, 17 Mar 2010 19:50:00 EDT)
Joining the Red Sox as a free agent this offseason, John Lackey knew the expectations would be high in his new home.

Dice-K throws first batting-practice session
(Wed, 17 Mar 2010 13:35:00 EDT)
After being slowed by back and neck ailments, right-hander Daisuke Matsuzaka threw batting practice for the first time this spring on Wednesday.

Inactive Lowrie battling mononucleosis
(Wed, 17 Mar 2010 13:12:00 EDT)
Infielder Jed Lowrie, who has not played since Thursday, has been diagnosed with mononucleosis, Red Sox manager Terry Francona said on Wednesday.