Daily Red Sox Links: Brian Johnson, Dustin Pedroia, Mike Trout

The Red Sox are likely going to have a rotation spot to fill this winter. There aren’t a ton of good options available in free agency. (John Tomase; NBC Sports Boston)

In the more short-term, Brian Johnson will be filling an open rotation spot on Friday. (Jason Kates; Masslive)

With the latest Dustin Pedroia injury news, Alex Speier looks at the risky business of long-term deals. (Alex Speier; Boston Globe)

Chad Finn wants to know when that dark cloud over this team will be lifted. (Chad Finn; Boston.com)

It’s not the biggest storyline of the series, but this weekend does mark Ty Buttrey’s, a former Red Sox prospect, first time at Fenway. (Amin Touri; WEEI)

A more prevalent storyline: Mike Trout. (Sean McAdam; Boston Sports Journal)