Stay tuned for more of the same over the last 4 regular season games. Players like Paul Byrd, Mark Kotsay, Chris Carter & Jeff Bailey will see playing time to help Tito determine his playoff roster. All 4 played well last night with Bailey & Kotsay delivering the game-winning run.
How about the return of J.D. Drew! Most sportscasters think he has dogged it with his back injury, especially Michael Felger on CSN. On "Red Sox This Week" I heard Dan Roach say that, despite Drew's emotionless state when compared to other players, he does want to get back on the field badly. So who knows? He ran the bases, played the outfield & seemed OK. It will be interesting to see how his back is doing today.
Mike Lowell may make an appearance in the Yankees series, just to get a couple of at-bats. My brother mentioned to me that one bunt or soft hit ground ball may pull his hip out of joint again. I guess you wait & see how that whole situation plays out.
If Drew & Lowell make it back for the playoffs, you have a solid offensive lineup from batters #1 through #7. If Lowrie & Varitek do anything in the #8 & #9 spots, it's gravy. The Sox are much better with these 2 on the field.
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