The Red Sox' first off-day of the young season couldn't have come at a better time. In the aftermath of their deflating 9-7 loss to the Yankees Sunday, the Sox could use some time to rinse the taste from their mouths.
The seven-game road trip continues Tuesday night against the Tampa Bay Rays, who are off to a disappointing start themselves.
But first, a few thoughts on where things stand:
- They're not this bad, are they?
Eduardo Rodriguez
Nathan
Eovaldi
Martin Perez
Austin Brice
Matt Hall
2. It's later than you think.
Matt Barnes
Rafael Devers
Xander Bogaerts
J.D. Martinez?
Christian Vazquez
Ron Roenicke
3. Some help is on the way.
Josh Taylor
Darwinzon Hernandez
Heath Hembree