The Red Sox beat the Phillies 9-3, in what is the first time Papelbon has been back to Fenway since his departure in 2011. Well he probably won't even have to be used this series, considering how bad the Phillies are playing and how good the Red Sox are playing. Anyways, Aceves pitched fairly well going 6 innings, giving up 7 hits, 1 run, 3 walks, and striking out 4. He also gave up a home run, which was his only run. The Red Sox did pretty good last night offense and defense wise. The Sox got 15 hits, and 9 runs. And Ellsbury's defense was great out in the outfield saving Aceves sometimes. The infield defense was also good last night, including Iglesias and Pedroia. Actually speaking of Ellsbury, in his past few games he has been doing better hitting and last night he went 3-5 with an RBI. Also Napoli went 2-4 with 2 RBI's, and Drew went 2-3 with 2 RBI's. It was just a great game for Memorial Day.
Following his start, Aceves was optioned back to Triple A and Franklin Morales was activated from the DL and called up from Triple A, and he seems to be ready. I think that now Morales is back, it provides depth in our bullpen and a backup rotation spot, which he could be in soon if Dempster or Doubrant struggles. Anyways, tonight Dempster will get the start vs Lee of the Phillies, who has been good so far this season. Hopefully the Sox can score some runs on him!
- DJ
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