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Red Sox give Jacoby Ellsbury a day off

Mon, 20 May 2013 07:32:04 GMT

MINNEAPOLIS — Until Sunday, Jacoby Ellsbury had played every inning of every Red Sox game this season. But he was given a day off. Shane Victorino started in center field.

Red Sox bullpen writing a success story

Mon, 20 May 2013 07:32:04 GMT

One of the developing story lines on the Red Sox is how well they have survived the Joel Hanrahan-Andrew Bailey injuries.

Dustin Pedroia homers, drives in three as Red Sox win rain-delayed game against Twins

Mon, 20 May 2013 07:32:03 GMT

MINNEAPOLIS — John Lackey was standing on the mound preparing to face the Minnesota Twins in the bottom of the seventh inning Sunday when the umpires signaled for a delay.

Red Sox win 5th in row, beat Twins on rainy day

Mon, 20 May 2013 07:32:03 GMT

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — At least John Lackey and the Boston Red Sox had something to keep themselves entertained during a long rain delay on Sunday.

Twins drop fifth straight, 5-1 to Red Sox

Mon, 20 May 2013 07:32:02 GMT

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Twins have lost five straight and are a season-worst four games under .500. Facing a nine-game road trip, starting with a three-game interleague series against first-place Atlanta on Monday, things could quickly get out of hand if they don't rediscover their offense.

Ellsbury gets a day off

Sun, 19 May 2013 20:58:32 GMT

Jacoby Ellsbury has played every inning of every game this season. But he was given today off day to rest. Shane Victorino is starting in center field.

Live updates: Red Sox at Twins

Sun, 19 May 2013 18:39:34 GMT

Bottom 1st: Red Sox 0, Twins 0 - When you can retire Joe Mauer on a strikeout and Justin Morneau on a weak ground ball, you're doing something right. John Lackey has started out strong. Top 1st: Red Sox 0,...

Game 44: Red Sox at Twins

Sun, 19 May 2013 14:32:02 GMT

Good morning. Here are the lineups: RED SOX (26-17) TBA Pitching: RHP John Lackey (1-4, 4.05). TWINS (18-21) TBA Pitching: LHP Pedro Hernandez (2-0, 5.79). Game time: 2:10 p.m. TV/Radio: NESN / WEEI. Weather report: Scattered thunderstorms are predicted for...

Red Sox coverage in today's Globe

Sun, 19 May 2013 12:44:02 GMT

David Ortiz homered twice and drove in six runs as the Red Sox beat the Twins, 12-5. Nick Cafardo writes that Dustin Pedroia is having a superlative season. The notebook has Mike Napoli looking to make more contact. There are...

Ortiz powers Red Sox past Twins

Sun, 19 May 2013 06:24:48 GMT

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — David Ortiz insists he isn't trying to do anything special to show the Minnesota Twins they made a big mistake by letting him go in 2002.

Looking at Farrell's decision to leave Dempster in

Sun, 19 May 2013 05:31:02 GMT

Red Sox manager John Farrell does not go to the mound to counsel his pitchers. That is the job of pitching coach Juan Nieves.

Ortiz reminds the Twins what they've been missing

Sun, 19 May 2013 04:59:33 GMT

It has been said that living well is the best revenge. For David Ortiz, that has meant reminding the Minnesota Twins what a big mistake they made.

Mike Napoli looking to make more contact for Red Sox

Sun, 19 May 2013 04:38:03 GMT

MINNEAPOLIS — As general managers build their rosters, they are increasingly inclined to accept more strikeouts if it means a player gives them power.

Ortiz powers Red Sox past Twins, 12-5

Sun, 19 May 2013 04:38:03 GMT

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — David Ortiz insists he isn't trying to do anything special to show the Minnesota Twins they made a big mistake by letting him go in 2002.

Superlatives continue to follow the Red Sox’ Dustin Pedroia

Sun, 19 May 2013 04:38:02 GMT

MINNEAPOLIS — It’s not surprising to hear what two scouts from each league, who both have watched a lot of the American League this year, say about Dustin Pedroia.

Winners, losers emerge at Major League Baseball’s quarter point

Sun, 19 May 2013 04:22:01 GMT

In this week’s Baseball Notes we break down which teams did the best and worst jobs with their offseason acquisitions and how they impacted the first quarter of the baseball season. The Cleveland Indians did the best job and the Toronto Blue Jays the worst job, though at one time the Blue Jays were the talk of baseball for their bold move in dealing for Miami Marlins stars. We get into top jobs done by the Yankees and Red Sox, and also the failures so far of the Angels and Dodgers. We also write on Red Sox assistant hitting coach Victor Rodriguez and his story of how he became a replacement player in 1995, as well as assorted notes from around the league, including an update on former Red Sox closer Jonathan Papelbon’s status with the Phillies.

David Ortiz homers twice, continues to torment Twins as Red Sox roll

Sun, 19 May 2013 03:36:02 GMT

MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Twins released David Ortiz after the 2002 season. He was a .266 hitter over six seasons and was entering free agency. The organization thought they could do better than spend their money on a one-dimensional designated hitter.

Ortiz powers Red Sox past Twins, 12-5

Sun, 19 May 2013 03:21:02 GMT

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — David Ortiz homered twice and drove in six runs to torment his former team once again, leading the Boston Red Sox to a 12-5 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Saturday night.

Live updates: Red Sox at Twins

Sat, 18 May 2013 23:36:02 GMT

Top 1st: Red Sox 3, Twins 0 - David Ortiz hit a three-run homer to right with two aboard (Jacoby Ellsbury and Dustin Pedroia)....

Victorino and Drew sit out with sore backs

Sat, 18 May 2013 22:34:02 GMT

Shane Victorino and Stephen Drew are out of the Red Sox lineup with sore backs.

Game 43: Red Sox at Twins

Sat, 18 May 2013 19:43:02 GMT

The Red Sox lineup for today is here.

Red Sox coverage in today's Globe

Sat, 18 May 2013 19:11:47 GMT

The Red Sox beat the Twins in extra innings as Jonny Gomes executed in a big spot. Nick Cafardo writes that the Sox are getting good at winning close games. The notebook has Stephen Drew playing strong defense at shortstop....

Red Sox are winning the close games

Sat, 18 May 2013 10:56:01 GMT

Red Sox outlast Twins, 3-2, in 10 innings

Sat, 18 May 2013 07:19:34 GMT

The Red Sox scored three runs in the top of the ninth inning to beat the Tampa Bay Rays Thursday night. They then boarded a flight here and settled into their hotel beds around 4 a.m.

Gomes' sac fly in 10th lifts Red Sox over Twins

Sat, 18 May 2013 07:19:33 GMT

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Jonny Gomes hit a sacrifice fly in the 10th inning to lift the Boston Red Sox to another comeback victory, 3-2 over the Minnesota Twins on Friday night.