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Swami077 · 06-06-2020, 12:23 PM

March 29, 1991
On the team’s final off day before wrapping up its final six spring training games, the win-loss record is strikingly similar to last season’s spring results. At 5-19 and riding a 7 game losing streak, the Red Sox hold the worst record in the league. Despite the poor results, there has been more optimism this spring with many of the expected regulars showing well and seemingly set up for a bounce back season. Unfortunately, the last week has diminished some of those hopes. The last turn through the rotation has yielded some disastrous results, with each starter taking some lumps.

Perhaps of most concern, Roger Clemens has had a very uneven spring. After opening with two quality outings, he has been getting hit around in his last two appearances, allowing 5 runs in each. His spring ERA now sits at 7.20. After signing Clemens to a 5 year extension last month, Boston is banking on him to anchor their starting rotation for years to come. He will likely have one more brief start in a tune up before taking the ball on Opening Day in Toronto.

Closer Jeff Reardon has also been a source of concern. He’s allowed runs in 4 out of his 7 appearances this spring, and has not been sharp. The velocity has been down a tick, and the 35 year old has not been locating well. With Boston signing reliever Steve Farr this offseason, he’s a possibility to take over as closer if Reardon’s struggles continue into the regular season.

The offense has also completely dried up in the last week. They have scored more than two runs just once in their last 12 games. Unless the offense turns around, the Red Sox could be in for a second consecutive poor season.

The biggest positive for the Red Sox this spring is health. They have been able to avoid the injury bug thus far, and if they can enter the season in good health, it will certainly be a boost to their hope of a respectable season.

One player who is clearly ready for Opening Day is Luis Polonia of the New York Yankees. Polonia has had 62 at bats this spring, and sports an eye popping .532 batting average.

06-06-2020, 12:23 PM	#96
Swami077 Minors (Double A) Join Date: Feb 2016 Posts: 156	Spring Winding Down March 29, 1991 On the team’s final off day before wrapping up its final six spring training games, the win-loss record is strikingly similar to last season’s spring results. At 5-19 and riding a 7 game losing streak, the Red Sox hold the worst record in the league. Despite the poor results, there has been more optimism this spring with many of the expected regulars showing well and seemingly set up for a bounce back season. Unfortunately, the last week has diminished some of those hopes. The last turn through the rotation has yielded some disastrous results, with each starter taking some lumps. Perhaps of most concern, Roger Clemens has had a very uneven spring. After opening with two quality outings, he has been getting hit around in his last two appearances, allowing 5 runs in each. His spring ERA now sits at 7.20. After signing Clemens to a 5 year extension last month, Boston is banking on him to anchor their starting rotation for years to come. He will likely have one more brief start in a tune up before taking the ball on Opening Day in Toronto. Closer Jeff Reardon has also been a source of concern. He’s allowed runs in 4 out of his 7 appearances this spring, and has not been sharp. The velocity has been down a tick, and the 35 year old has not been locating well. With Boston signing reliever Steve Farr this offseason, he’s a possibility to take over as closer if Reardon’s struggles continue into the regular season. The offense has also completely dried up in the last week. They have scored more than two runs just once in their last 12 games. Unless the offense turns around, the Red Sox could be in for a second consecutive poor season. The biggest positive for the Red Sox this spring is health. They have been able to avoid the injury bug thus far, and if they can enter the season in good health, it will certainly be a boost to their hope of a respectable season. One player who is clearly ready for Opening Day is Luis Polonia of the New York Yankees. Polonia has had 62 at bats this spring, and sports an eye popping .532 batting average.