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V-Mart Lost To Motown

Published on 2010-11-23 12:18:00

Well, that bridge is looking all the shakier in 2011. The Red Sox were outbid by the (are you ready?) Detroit Tigers for the services of Victor Martinez. So, welcome back Tek!As a result, we lose the purest hitter in our lineup. Nice going, NOG! Maybe the $450 million you blew on that moronic soccer deal could have allowed you to extend the V-Mart offer to the 5 years that did the trick. We can probably expect the same result on the Beltre front. Ready to scoop up those tickets, Nation?- Posted

Upton Deal Taking Shape?

Published on 2010-11-18 14:25:20

The idle rumor is becoming more active. Sports Illustrated is reporting that the Red Sox are the most aggressive pursuers of Justin Upton--offering Jacoby Ellsbury and Daniel Bard as a starting point in exchange. The 23-year old Upton would sharply lower the average age of the Red Sox roster--now the second oldest in all of baseball. - Posted using BlogPress from my iPhone

Second Best Result

Published on 2010-10-23 11:23:01

Poetic justice, indeed. Alex Rodriguez made the final out of the final game for the New York Yankees in 2010—in Arlington, Texas. Yankees lose...........theeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee Yankees loooooooooooose. Sorry. Couldn't help myself.

We Can Only Hope, Nation!

Published on 2010-10-22 14:24:20

HAPPY POTENTIAL YANKEE ELIMINATION DAY!

Lowell Named FN's First Citizen

Published on 2010-10-22 11:19:06

The Editors of FenwayNation are pleased to announce that Mike Lowell has been named the 2010 FenwayNation First Citizen. For his numerous charitable efforts—and simply the way he treated people—Mike has shown himself to be one of the classiest people ever to don a Red Sox uniform. The Mike Lowell Foundation funds memorable experiences to help make the daily lives of patients, especially those dealing with cancer, happier and less stressful.All you need to know about his character w

Beltre's Market Shrinks By One

Published on 2010-10-21 14:24:28

When the Detroit Tigers announced the signing of third baseman Brandon Inge, one of Adrian Beltre's most talked-about landing spots evaporated as quickly as a solemn promise from Scott Boras. So, while there will still be a healthy market for Boras to mine, a big sucker is off the board. One would think this enhances the chances (at least a little bit) of Boston getting back their best everyday player of 2010.

Moronic Fans Interfere Again

Published on 2010-10-20 12:03:10

The ghost of Jeffrey Maier lurked in the stands at the Concrete Bunker on 161st Street last night. You remember him, the 12-year old little twerp that propelled the Yankees past the O's in 1996 by interfering with a Jeter "home run". As the photo above clearly demonstrates, Yankee fans still have no sense of respect for the game—gleefully trying to obstruct Nelson Cruz's attempt to catch another Yankee "home run". Somehow, the umpiring crew refused to review the obvious violation— the

NOG Replaces Mickey Mouse Video

Published on 2010-10-20 09:52:19

It's about time. As fans around the country have enjoyed new ballparks with 21st century amenities, we in Boston have endured cramped seats, visual obstructions and a video board in center field that is the technological equivalent of a 13-inch black and white Zenith with rabbit ears. So, after nearly a decade of ownership, the NOG has deigned to give us a real set of video boards. Gee, thanks, guys! Can't wait to see the impact on our 2011 ticket prices. Go Liverpool!

Whoa, Adrian!

Published on 2010-10-18 11:37:53

According to the Herald's Michael Silverman, the price to fetch Adrian Gonzalez would be steep indeed. In fact, it would likely include: Jacoby Ellsbury, Jed Lowrie, Anthony Rizzo (1B prospect), and Casey Kelly. Yikes. Well at least it makes for a good survey question.VOTE HERE: Should the Sox consider such a deal, or not?

Hale (DeMarlo) And Farewell?

Published on 2010-10-18 08:39:35

In a different kind of free-agency, the Red Sox may be losing their trusted bench coach to the Great White North. Reportedly, the Toronto Blue Jays are serious enough about hiring DeMarlo Hale as their new manager to invite him back for a face-to-face interview. Hale was promoted from third base coach to bench coach last year and was replaced at third by "Windmill" Tim Bogar.