Daily Red Sox Links: Rick Porcello, Drew Pomeranz, Andrew Benintendi

Today’s links look at Rick Porcello’s post-Cy Young life, the supporting cast for the rotation, and Heath Hembree’s 2016.

By Matt_Collins@MattRyCollins Jan 27, 2017, 7:00am EST

Rob Bradford sits down with Rick Porcello to find out how his life has changed since winning the Cy Young. (Rob Bradford; WEEI)

Porcello is a candidate for Opening Day, but Alex Smolokoff isn’t so sure he should get the nod. (Alex Smolokoff; Fanrag Sports)

Should the Red Sox make a play for Hector Mendoza?

Even beyond the top three, the Red Sox have a strong supporting cast for their rotation. (Evan Drellich; Boston Herald)

Pomeranz is part of that crew, and he realizes how important 2017 is. (Jen McCaffrey; Masslive)

Elsewhere, Andrew Benintendi has been named the top outfield prospect in the league. (Jonathan Mayo; RedSox.com)

Chris Teeter has a look back at Heath Hembree’s 2016. (Chris Teeter; BP Boston)