The community provided some positive predictions for Josh Beckett, even if they didn't quite approach the levels his 2011 numbers did.

Some fans were optimistic on John Lackey, others pessimistic. Nobody saw THIS disaster coming, however.

Clay Buchholz' season was cut short, but how did he stack up against our expectations while he lasted?

Jarrod Saltalamacchia seemed like a surprise, but ended the season with a whimper.

Carl Crawford's 2011 took everyone by surprise. Sort of like getting hit by a very quiet, very depressing train.

David Ortiz' huge 2011 came as a surprise to just about everyone.

Looking back at pre-season expectations for Adrian Gonzalez, and how things really played out in the regular season.

Red Sox fans predict the Sox' stats. Up now: Jon Lester

Projections on the Red Sox' most interesting players as done by the team's fans. This time: Josh Beckett.

Red Sox fans predict the players' seasons. This time 'round, it's John Lackey.