Boston is stockpiling pitchers, yet Chaim Bloom still needs to acquire dependable starters.
Kevin Thomas
Kevin Thomas does not always write about baseball. It just seems that way, starting with his early days covering spring training for the St. Petersburg Times, to his current role of bi-locating at both Hadlock Field and Fenway Park, reporting on the Portland Sea Dogs and Boston Red Sox. In the off-season, he still writes about baseball, while venturing to hockey rinks and basketball arenas, especially when it comes to the University of Maine and local colleges. Thomas has received awards for his work, but his greatest prize is home, which includes one patient wife, nine children and an aging chocolate Labrador.
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Leadership qualities make Sanborn a natural fit as AD at St. Joseph’s
Longtime baseball coach Will Sanborn took over as the college’s athletic director this summer, in the midst of the pandemic.
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Minor league contraction will force prospects to produce quickly – or else
Fewer minor leagues means fewer roster spots. MLB teams like the Red Sox will be patient with their top prospects, but other players will need to prove themselves quickly.
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On baseball: Is Pedroia’s retirement soon?
The popular Red Sox second baseman has played nine big league games over the past three seasons. It appears time to give up the roster spot.
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On Baseball: Let the name-calling begin; Cora is still the right choice
The Red Sox, thankfully, are more forgiving than social media, and rehire a qualified manager.
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On Baseball: Red Sox can do some bargain shopping
A pandemic-caused decrease in revenues means baseball’s free agents can expect less of a payday, meaning Boston could find some affordable treasures.
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Oliver won’t return as Sea Dogs manager
Joe Oliver, who guided Portland during the 2019 season, was part of a mass layoff by the Boston Red Sox last month.
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On Baseball: Red Sox have the means to follow the Dodgers’ way
With a combination of smart decisions and financial might, the Red Sox can become as a sustainable winner.
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On Baseball: MLB begins to slash minor league teams
The Portland Sea Dogs have maintained their solvency, but other franchises are in jeopardy as Major League Baseball overhauls the minors.
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On Baseball: The next Red Sox manager should be obvious – Alex Cora
Cora has already proven his abilities in Boston. Can the Red Sox overlook his role in the Astros’ sign-stealing scandal?