Ross In, Oswalt Maybe

Nice move, Ben.

As previously reported, the Sox made an offer to Cody Ross & their offer was accepted this week. Ross brings a much-needed right handed bat to the outfield. Boston fans should like Ross' gritty style of play. He should be a nice fit. His contract is a 1-year deal worth $3 million plus incentives.

The Sox made an offer to Roy Oswalt this week. Oswalt would bring an experience arm to the starting rotation & give the Sox more leeway with Daniel Bard. It was odd to me that Oswalt said he preferred to pitch for Texas or St. Louis, the 2 World Series teams from last year. Really? How about pitching for a contender like Boston who is actually offering you a contract? I don't like how this is starting out.

I will say, however, that I admire Oswalt for pitching on the USA team that competed in the World Baseball Classic. No one was interested in playing on that team & he stepped up. I like his competitiveness.

We'll see if the Sox get to ring in Oswalt.