A Little Nervous--Peter

Well, hopefully, it's just a little nothing, but suddenly, the Sox, after a relatively injury free spring, are starting to get dinged up a bit. First Dice-K, who reported in the best shape of his career, is having back & neck problems and may start the season on the DL. Then, new Sox hurler, Boof Bonzer (is that a name or what?--love it) is feeling a bit of discomfort in his groin. Now, Dusty sprains his wrist going for a hard hit ball in the game today against the Twinkies.(that's not meant to be disparaging--I picked up the name from a friend who's been a lifelong Minnesota fan). Things better not get too much worse.

On the plus side, old time Sox reliever Alan Embree is back with the team, having signed a minor league contract while he tries to make the roster as one of the two lefties in the pen. Those of you with short memories shouldn't forget his valuable role in the seventh game of the '04 Series.

Thanks for the Memories!--Peter

Nomar: Thanks & All The Best--Peter:
Well, it's official--Nomar Garciaparra has retired--as a member of the Red Sox! Coming home to the team that brought him and his exciting play to the majors, Nomar today signed a one day contract, donned the uniform one final time and announced his retirement. Whether or not he makes the Hall after his five year wait remains to be seen. Once considered a lock, late career injuries took away some of the luster. However, he was AL Rookie of the Year, won consecutive batting titles, including one at .370, and retires with a very good career BA of .313--not too shabby at all!
Nomar: Thanks for all the fun! We'll definitely miss you!