Ellis Burks back in the day...
So, the Red Sox just re-signed former Bosox CF Ellis Burks to a one-year deal for $750,000. This is a good move. Adding a guy to the bench who hit 32 HR's just two years ago. He was hurt most of last year. He'll probably start a bunch at DH and pinch-hit, as well...I got his autograph at a charity dinner in 1987. The late Billy Martin was there, too...
So how is the Red Sox lineup and roster (paired down to my 25-man guess) looking in the wake of their off-season moves, and just a few weeks away from the start of the Spring Training schedule?
1. Johnny Damon CF
2. Bill Mueller 3B
3. Nomar Garciapparra SS
4. Manny Ramirez LF
5. David Ortiz DH
6. Kevin Millar 1B
7. Trot Nixon RF
8. Jason Varitez C
9. Pokey Reese 2B
Bench:
Ellis Burks DH-OF
Mark Bellhorn IF
Kevin Youkilis 3B
Doug Mirabelli C
Gabe Kapler OF
Starting Rotation:
Pedro Martinez
Curt Schilling
Derek Lowe
Tim Wakefield
Byung Hyung Kim
Relievers:
Alan Embree
Mike Timlin
Scott Williamson
Jason Shiell
Bronson Arroyo
Closer:
Keith Foulke
It looks pretty good to me, though, I'd be surprised if there weren't another couple moves up Theo Epstein's sleeve...And Youkilis will probably start the season at AAA Pawtucket.
VERRRY solid.
I think the AL East has spent more money this winter than the rest of baseball combined. Even Tampa has made some good moves.
It is going to be an interesting division to watch.
Posted by: Duane at February 8, 2004 10:09 PMWhat happened to Todd Walker? Where is he?
Posted by: Stephan at February 9, 2004 11:56 AMCubs!!??!! (I googled him) Man! Walker is a fellow Louisiana State graduate and I was proud to see him with the Red Sox and playing so well! Bummer.
Posted by: Stephan at February 9, 2004 12:00 PMBilly, Check out this article concerning the A-rod trade. It's great.
Posted by: Stephan at February 18, 2004 01:12 PMthat was a good article...
Posted by: bill colrus at February 19, 2004 09:29 PM