Re: Red Sox news
Looks really good. I am a bit surprised the Sox only had to give up Mirabelli. Especially after last season, where Doug was fairly mediocre. He definitely has starting potential though - a catcher with a career .750 OPS has quite a bit of value. It makes sense to trade him, because the Sox aren't getting much value from him and have a comparable player in Shoppach ready to step in.
Even if Loretta doesn't get any of his power back, he would be a huge improvement over last year's 2nd basemen.
Doesn't seem like Theo leaving has hurt the Sox F.O. that much.
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