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Back In Boston
Pedroia on Lee's popup: 'Has to be caught' -- Gordon Edes, ESPN
Edes seems to suggest that maybe Pedroia thinks this one was Ells' fault, but given where the ball ended up relative to Pedroia, I'm not so sure. It is, definitely, one that needs to be caught, however.
Beckett on Scott: Things even out -- Alex Speier, WEEI
Waiting for the Gonzo Show: Slugger's power projections reconsidered -- Alex Speier, WEEI
Youkilis confident in Boston's offense -- Ian Browne, MLB.com
Bard's tale: Bad location, crossed-up catcher -- Gordon Edes, ESPN
One of the more rarely mentioned stories so far this year is the struggle Daniel Bard seems to be going through. Of course, his peripherals are just fine, but still.
The hits (by pitches) keep on coming for Kevin Youkilis -- Alex Speier, WEEI
Given the risk of injury, I'm not sure I wouldn't rather Youkilis be avoiding this record. But if he's gotta crowd the plate, he's gotta crowd the plate.
Around The AL East
The view from the other side -- Stacey, Camden Chat
Yankees 3, White Sox 1 -- 3460Kuri, Pinstripe Alley
It's not a good thing that Bartolo Colon is locking down opposing lineups.
Can Rafael Soriano hack it? We'll find out soon enough -- Danhanzus, Pinstripe Alley
Blue Jays 6, Rangers 7 -- Tom Dakers Bluebird Banter
Jose Bautista Making Believers Of Us All -- Rob Neyer, Baseball Nation
Rays 8, Twins 2 -- CBJones, DRaysBay
MLB In General
Frank McCourt Defiant At Press Conference -- Rob Neyer, Baseball Nation
April Standings Mean More Than You Might Think -- Rob Neyer, Baseball Nation