In the most shocking story of the day, the reports flying wild on the internet and major news outlets is that the Boston Red Sox have waived closer Jonathan Papelbon and infielder Mike Lowell. Papelbon, according to those reports, has been claimed by another AL team, the identity of which is unknown at this time.
Well, I've been one of the fans calling for Papelbon's head for the past few months. Because he has been pretty bad in comparison to his previous years of stardom. But I mean, I think we can certainly still use him in the pen. I was in favor of demoting him, but waiving him seems a bit extreme. And Lowell too? Youkilis could be out for the year... why waive Lowell now? I just don't see the logic in either of these decisions when you consider the timing of them. Note that the reports have not been confirmed yet, but if someone just started up a fake rumor, they've done a damn good job circulating it. This news is out there, all over the place, right now. I'm just confused by the tactics. Stay tuned.
UPDATE -- I've done a little research, and this may not be something to freak about. I guess if another team "claims" a player on waivers, the Sox then decide whether or not to give them the player. They can always just call Papelbon back and not allow him to be taken. I'm still unclear about the point of doing that anyway. But whatever. I guess we'll find out soon enough.
UPDATE -- I've done a little research, and this may not be something to freak about. I guess if another team "claims" a player on waivers, the Sox then decide whether or not to give them the player. They can always just call Papelbon back and not allow him to be taken. I'm still unclear about the point of doing that anyway. But whatever. I guess we'll find out soon enough.
Aunt Anne is not happy with this flash news report of yourr. Keep us posted.
ReplyDeleteWill definitely keep you posted. But it does seem like the Sox will keep him. I'll write an explanation for that soon. It's unlikely he's going anywhere, though.
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