Baseball Mr White Sox
Author: Baseball Bob
Boston Red Sox Favored To Win Division
Injuries hampered the Boston Red Sox in 2010 as fans were forced to watch in agony as division rivals Tampa Bay Rays and the New York Yankees passed them. But with a key trade and several important free agent signings, Boston fans should be in for another enjoyable season in 2011.
In 2010, Boston suffered several injuries to key players. First baseman Kevin Youkilis suffered a thumb injury but still managed a . 307 batting average with 19 home runs and 62 runs batted in. If Youkilis can stay healthy he is a good bet to hit 25-30 homers and over 100 RBIs like he has done in the past.
Youkilis enters the new season with his thumb seemingly 100 percent, and Becketts velocity is back where he needs it to be as well. The team thought they had enough depth last year, but they have even better depth going into the 2011 season.
Adding another dynamic bat, the Red Sox signed free agent outfielder Carl Crawford away from division rival Tampa Bay. Crawford, with a combination of speed and power, slides into the third slot in the batting order behind Pedroia and Ellsbury and will be on base often in front of the middle order hitters Gonzalez, Youkilis, and David Ortiz.
Injuries were not just limited to the batters last year as the pitchers also battled injuries and subpar seasons. It began with former ace Josh Beckett. After throwing 212 innings and winning 17 games in 2009, Beckett crashed to earth last season as injuries limited him to just 6 wins and 128 innings. A return to form is key to the teams hopes in 2011.
After coming over as a free agent from the Angels where he went 11-8 with a 3.83 ERA in 2009, starter John Lackey had a disappointing 2010 season. Lackey won 14 games (but lost 11) but his ERA ballooned to 4.40 and his hits allowed and walks were well above his career average numbers. Lackey has room to improve in 2011, though he did throw 215 innings in 33 starts last year.
Fans might also be concerned about Daisuke Matsuzaka durability and consistency going into the new season. At age 30, Matsuzaka has many innings under his belt from his time in Japan. Over the last three season, Matsuzaka has averaged just 127 innings and 10 wins, a far cry from his tantalizing 2008 season when he went 18-3 with a 2.90 ERA. Last year Matsuzaka threw 153 innings and won 9 while losing 6 games, but his ERA was up to 4.69 and his WHIP jumped to 1.37 as his walks were up.
Also signed as a free agent after he was let go by the White Sox is their former closer Bobby Jenks. Jenks saved 27 games in 2010, though his ERA was a bit high at 4.44. He throws hard though and pairs with Daniel Bard to form a solid set up tandem, getting games to closer Papelbon. Along with the additions to the lineup, these key bullpen additions should help Bostons chances over the long haul of the regular season and post season.
Zapata Baseball League 129 Mr. White Sox
|
|
Boston Red Sox MLB Crystal 16oz Pilsner $11.99 This high quality crystal freezer pilsner keeps beverages colder than other freezer mugs! 16oz Pilsner shape combines state of the art refreezability with team colors and graphics! Eliminates the need… |
|
|
Game 6 $0.43 Michael Keaton stars in this literate comedy/drama, portraying a playwright whose latest work is opening on a fateful day–the same day as the legendary sixth game of the 1986 World Series between the Boston Red Sox and the New York Mets. As a die-hard Red Sox fan, Keaton can’t help but believe the success or failure of his play rides on the fortunes of his favorite team. Robert Downey, Jr., Griff… |
|
|
MLB Chicago White Sox Mr. Potato Head $13.03 Now batting for the Chicago White Sox – Mr. Potato Head! Comes complete with multiple pieces so you can change his look frequently. A fun fan item and a great collectible. This product, licensed by Hasbro, Inc., is a miniature sports version of the classic retail Mr. Potato Head. Standing 5″ tall, the molded plastic potato wears a team jersey and has multiple choices of shoes, fun faces, hairstyle… |
|
|
Boston Red Sox White License Plate Frame $3.75 Officially licensed Boston Red Sox plastic license plate frame.License plate frame are usable as a fan decoration on the outside of a standard car license plate, front or back. The frame is molded in durable plastic and is designed around the California standards for tab and sticker clearance. Made in USA… |
|
|
CUBS FAN GUN TO THE HEAD WHITE SOX BASEBALL T SHIRT jersey T SHIRT THAT READS IF I WERE A WHITE SOX FAN “GUN TO THE HEAD” GO CUBS… |
|
|
Jesus Loves the White Sox Peace to All Baseball Shirt GILDAN ADULT HEAVY COTTON TEE 5.3 oz., 100% Cotton, preshrunk Cotton/10% Polyester). Seamless double-needle collar. Taped neck and shoulders. Double-needle sleeve and bottom hems. Any questions please call or email us. …2T- 13″ CHEST X 17″ LENGTH |
|
|
GREEK FLAG WHITE SOX FAN THE GREAT COUNTRY OF GREECE BASEBALL FAN T SHIRT jersey GILDAN ADULT HEAVY COTTON TEE ? 5.3 oz., 100% Cotton, preshrunk ? Cotton/10% Polyester). ? Seamless double-needle collar. ? Taped neck and shoulders. ? Double-needle sleeve and bottom hems. * Any questions please call or email us. ? WE HAVE OTHER SIZES AND COLORS AVAILABLE. *2T- 13″ CHEST X 17″ LENGTH *3T- 14″ CHEST X 18″ LENGTH *4T- 15″ CHEST X 19″ LENGTH *YS- 16″ CHEST X 20″ LENGTH *YM- 17″… |
|
|
If I Were a Chicago White Sox (Picture Me Books) $7.95 … |
|
|
MLB Tie Bar MLB Baseball Sports Tie Bar. Sport your ties in style by adding a MLB Licensed Tie Bar. A shiny, rhodium plated sliding tie bar makes it easy to declare your allegiance front and center. Dimensions: Approximately 2″ x 3/8″… |
|
|
MLB Boston Red Sox White on White 59FIFTY Fitted Cap $30.99 by New Era Fitted cap in fashion color Team logo in raised embroidery at front 59FIFTY fitted structure 100% cotton… |