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Matt Barnes’ future with the Red Sox is still hanging in the balance. (Chad Jennings; The Athletic)
The calculus that will go into the decision to bring him back is what makes things complicated. (Sean McAdam; Boston Sports Journal)
Regardless of what happens with Barnes, the Red Sox may have a chance to start spending very soon. It all depends on how the non-tender deadline shakes out. John Tomase has some suggestions of players to target if things get wild, including Kris Bryant. (John Tomase; NBC Sports Boston)
But maybe that money will go toward younger, less proven players with upside. (Chad Jennings; The Athletic)
Speaking of younger talent, NBC Sports Boston wants you to vote on who has the most potential among the young phenoms on the Red Sox, Celtics, Patriots and Bruins. (Justin Leger; NBC Sports Boston)
If you’re looking for a new home and have a hoard of cash just lying around, Jarrod Saltalamacchia has a house for you. I’m particularly intrigued by the game room, which features posters for the Fast and the Furious and Wicked right next to each other. (Claudine Zap; MarketWatch)