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Theo Epstein, GM, Boston Red Sox
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Red Sox | Epstein reportedly prefers Bay over Holliday
Sun, 22 Nov 2009 11:46:28 -0800
MLB.com's Ian Browne reports that Boston Red Sox general manager Theo Epstein would prefer to retain free-agent OF Jason Bay and would only increase his interest in free-agent OF Matt Holliday (Cardinals) if Bay starts to slip away.
Red Sox | Contract extension with Bay unlikely
Sun, 15 Mar 2009 11:12:55 -0700
Boston Red Sox general manager Theo Epstein said a contract extension with OF Jason Bay appears unlikely at this time, according to The Associated Press.
Red Sox | Will continue to look for catching prospect
Fri, 30 Jan 2009 09:01:38 -0800
Ian Browne, of MLB.com, reports the Boston Red Sox will continue to actively pursue a trade for a catching prospect even after re-signing C Jason Varitek, according to general manager Theo Epstein.
Red Sox | More on Saito
Mon, 12 Jan 2009 07:24:34 -0800
Updating a previous report, Michael Silverman, of the Boston Herald, reports Boston Red Sox RP Takashi Saito (elbow) can make up to $7 million in incentives next year if he appears in more than 70 games and stays off the disabled list. Saito does not expect his shoulder problems to be an issue and he has been throwing from 150 feet with good results, according to general manager Theo Epstein.
Red Sox | Kalkstein leaves position
Tue, 09 Dec 2008 20:19:02 -0800
Joe McDonald, of The Providence Journal, reports Boston Red Sox performance-enhancement coach Don Kalkstein has left his position with the club. General manager Theo Epstein said he could be replaced down the road by Bob Tewksbury. Kalkstein will still be involved with the team in some capacity.
Red Sox | Lowell recovering
Tue, 09 Dec 2008 10:15:57 -0800
Ian Browne, of MLB.com, reports Boston Red Sox 3B Mike Lowell's (hip) recovery is going really well and is ahead of schedule, according to general manager Theo Epstein. "He's ahead of schedule and really impressing the doctors and rehab guys with where he is. He's going to start throwing pretty soon and should resume baseball activities probably a little bit ahead of schedule, too. He's impressing everybody," Epstein said.
Rangers | Very interested in Buchholz
Tue, 09 Dec 2008 09:59:08 -0800
Joe McDonald, of The Providence Journal, reports the Texas Rangers are very interested in Boston Red Sox SP Clay Buchholz. However, the Red Sox are unlikely to part with their young prospect. "In our minds, he's a top-of-the-rotation starter who we control [contractually] for six years," said general manager Theo Epstein. "He's very high-priced, and we value him tremendously."
Japanese League | Angered at signing of Tazawa
Fri, 05 Dec 2008 09:35:46 -0800
Sean McAdam, of the Boston Herald, reports the Nippon professional baseball team is angered at all of the teams that showed interest in Boston Red Sox P Junichi Tazawa and say the Boston Red Sox violated a "gentleman's agreement," by signing him. However, Red Sox general manager Theo Epstein said the team did not violate any rules or agreements.
Red Sox | Team could sign Varitek, trade for another catcher
Thu, 04 Dec 2008 20:32:57 -0800
Amalie Benjamin, of The Boston Globe, reports Boston Red Sox general manager Theo Epstein has hinted the team could both re-sign C Jason Varitek and make a trade for a catcher of the future in the same offseason. "It's probably broader than people think, maybe not so deep," Epstein said, of the trade market for catching. "If you study all the clubs, there are more teams with a catcher to move than one might think or that maybe is being represented. That doesn't mean that we've found a way to match up yet."
Red Sox | Tazawa expected to begin year in Double-A as a starting pitcher
Thu, 04 Dec 2008 16:16:20 -0800
Updating previous items, The Associated Press' Jimmy Golen reports Boston Red Sox P Junichi Tazawa is expected to open the 2009 season pitching at Double-A Portland. The team plans on using him as a starting pitcher, according to Red Sox general manager Theo Epstein. "He projects to be very versatile, but we're going to start him off as a starting pitcher," said Epstein. "We'll certainly give him every chance to start."
Red Sox | Looking for right-handed hitting outfielder
Wed, 19 Nov 2008 10:45:17 -0800
Ian Browne, of MLB.com, reports the Boston Red Sox will now look to acquire a fourth outfielder that bats right handed. General manager Theo Epstein's preference is a right-handed hitting outfielder who has the ability to play center field.
Red Sox | Lowell expects to be ready for Spring Training
Wed, 05 Nov 2008 09:30:54 -0800
The Associated Press reports Boston Red Sox 3B Mike Lowell (hip) is expected to be ready in time for Spring Training. "Our doctors think he's going to be 100 percent," general manager Theo Epstein said. "But a lot of work lies ahead of them. Mike said he already feels great and he's a little bit ahead of schedule, and the reports couldn't be any better. So we'll see. The expectations of all the doctors and experts is that, with proper rehab, will be 100 percent sometime in early March."
Red Sox | Casey unlikely to return
Tue, 04 Nov 2008 10:47:54 -0800
Updating a previous report, Nick Cafardo, of The Boston Globe, reports Boston Red Sox general manager Theo Epstein informed free-agent 1B Sean Casey (Red Sox) that the team will focus on more pressing issues during the offseason, which indicates that Casey will not return to the team in 2009.
Red Sox | Timlin will not be back
Tue, 04 Nov 2008 10:35:17 -0800
Nick Cafardo, of The Boston Globe, reports Boston Red Sox RP Mike Timlin wants to pitch in 2009, but will not return with the Red Sox, according to general manager Theo Epstein.
Red Sox | Lowrie played with wrist injury
Wed, 22 Oct 2008 12:52:29 -0700
Adam Kilgore, of The Boston Globe, reports Boston Red Sox SS Jed Lowrie (wrist) played since May with a sprain and a small non-displaced fracture in his left wrist, according to general manager Theo Epstein. Lowrie's wrist has already started to heal and should be back to full strength with three weeks of rest.
Red Sox | Lugo could have played in World Series
Wed, 22 Oct 2008 06:32:02 -0700
The Boston Herald's Michael Silverman reports Boston Red Sox general manager Theo Epstein said SS Julio Lugo (quadriceps) was improving, and he could have been available for the World Series if the team qualified.
Red Sox | Good reports on Buchholz
Wed, 22 Oct 2008 06:28:03 -0700
The Boston Herald's Michael Silverman reports Boston Red Sox general manager Theo Epstein has heard good reports on SP Clay Buchholz in the Arizona Fall League. "Outstanding. He's been 93-95 (mph); his old changeup is back; he's getting swings and misses with it, throwing it for a strike," Epstein said.
Red Sox | Team will look into long-term deals
Wed, 22 Oct 2008 06:05:25 -0700
The Boston Herald's Michael Silverman reports Boston Red Sox general manager Theo Epstein said the team will explore long-term deals for their arbitration-eligible players. Those players include 1B Kevin Youkilis, 2B Dustin Pedroia and CL Jonathan Papelbon.
Red Sox | Beckett will not undergo surgery
Tue, 21 Oct 2008 10:08:57 -0700
Adam Kilgore, of The Boston Globe, reports Boston Red Sox SP Josh Beckett (oblique) will not require surgery on his strained right oblique during the offseason. Beckett's recovery will be six weeks of rest, according to general manager Theo Epstein.
Red Sox | To talk with Varitek
Mon, 20 Oct 2008 12:08:59 -0700
Adam Kilgore, of The Boston Globe, reports the Boston Red Sox plan to speak with C Jason Varitek about possibly re-signing him in the offseason, according to general manager Theo Epstein. "He's an important part of the organization. There's no doubt about that. Obviously, he's coming off a year that wasn't hit best. But he's important nonetheless. He's a free agent, and we'll be talking to him. We have an obligation to explore all of our options. We have to do that. We do that with every position," Epstein said.
Red Sox | More on Lowell
Mon, 20 Oct 2008 12:08:24 -0700
Updating a previous report, Adam Kilgore, of The Boston Globe, reports Boston Red Sox 3B Mike Lowell's (hip) surgery was considered a success Monday, Oct. 20. Doctors were impressed by the condition of Lowell's labrum, according to general manager Theo Epstein. Lowell's recovery is expected to take three to four months, but it could possibly be less than that. Two bony lesions and some tiny portions of the labrum were removed in Lowell's hip. His abductor in the labrum was also released.
Red Sox | Epstein signed to new contract
Tue, 16 Sep 2008 12:24:11 -0700
Dan Shaughnessy, of The Boston Globe, reports the Boston Red Sox signed general manager Theo Epstein to a new contract beyond the 2008 season Tuesday, Sept. 16. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Red Sox | Epstein looking to add to bullpen
Fri, 25 Jul 2008 16:02:29 -0700
Mike Scarr, of MLB.com, reports Boston Red Sox general manager Theo Epstein is looking to upgrade his bullpen, but is concerned about what he would have to give up. Epstein may look at in-house candidates to help the bullpen.
Red Sox | Epstein denies Teixeira rumor
Wed, 16 Jul 2008 08:35:47 -0700
The Boston Globe's Nick Cafardo reports Boston Red Sox general manager Theo Epstein shot down the rumor the Red Sox were talking to the Atlanta Braves in a deal sending 1B Kevin Youkilis and RP Craig Hansen to Atlanta for Braves 1B Mark Teixeira.
Red Sox | Epstein plays role in team morale
Tue, 24 Jun 2008 09:22:33 -0700
FOXSports.com's Ken Rosenthal reports Boston Red Sox general manager Theo Epstein has helped members of the Red Sox with their confidence and team morale. Red Sox manager Terry Francona credits Epstein for helping RP Manny Delcarmen through his early struggles. Francona and Epstein met with Delcarmen about a month ago. Epstein, in so many words, told Delcarmen, "We believe in you. Your work ethic is phenomenal. Let's wipe the slate clean." "It's happening more and more," Francona says. "He knows that on some nights when we send guys down, I'm all screwed up. He'll take over. He doesn't give them GM-speak. He tells them the truth."
Red Sox | Epstein: No timetable for Schilling's return
Thu, 14 Feb 2008 20:33:56 -0800
Updating a continuing story, MLB.com's Ian Browne reports the Boston Red Sox are not putting a timetable on SP Curt Schilling's (shoulder) estimated return from a partially torn rotator cuff and damage to his biceps tendon, according to general manager Theo Epstein, who spoke Thursday, Feb. 14. "It's not really our place to put a timetable on it right now," said Epstein. "He'll be rehabbing and strengthening for at least six to eight weeks. We'll see where we go from there." The GM also said both sides now seem "to be on the same page" regarding the plan to rehab the injury and avoid a surgical route. "Curt's here in camp to work hard and rehab and do everything in his power to get back in a position to contribute and help this team on the field," said Epstein. Schilling did not speak to the media Thursday.
Red Sox | Team still working on extension for Francona
Thu, 14 Feb 2008 20:24:37 -0800
Updating a previous item, MLB.com's Ian Browne reports a contract extension for Boston Red Sox manager Terry Francona is regarded as a priority by general manager Theo Epstein, who hopes to strike a deal before Opening Day. Francona is entering the final year of his contract. "We've made some progress, and we'll look to continue those talks soon," said Epstein. "As of now, there's no announcement. We certainly still hope and expect to get something done."
Red Sox | Francona, Epstein to meet with media
Thu, 14 Feb 2008 00:42:19 -0800
Jeff Goldberg, of The Hartford Courant, reports Boston Red Sox manager Terry Francona and general manager Theo Epstein are expected to meet with the media Feb. 14 in what will be their first public comments on SP Curt Schilling's status. Schilling (shoulder/biceps) is expected to miss at least the first half of the season with a partially torn rotator cuff and damage to his biceps tendon.
Red Sox | Crisp could be trade bait
Sun, 04 Nov 2007 21:00:16 -0800
The Boston Globe's Nick Cafardo writes that Boston Red Sox OF Coco Crisp could be trade bait, as it appears that the team will use OF Jacoby Ellsbury as the starting center fielder in 2008. However, Red Sox GM Theo Epstein said the team wouldn't necessarily deal away his outfield depth unless he got a "very strong return", as a team's depth can quickly turn into a scarcity when things go wrong.
Red Sox | Lester will make a start for Triple-A Pawtucket
Thu, 19 Apr 2007 08:04:57 -0700
Ian Browne, of RedSox.MLB.com, reports Boston Red Sox SP Jon Lester (cancer) will throw a side session and have a meeting with manager Terry Francona, general manager Theo Epstein and pitching coach John Farrell Sunday, April 21. Lester will then make at least one start for Triple-A Pawtucket April 25 before he's ready to rejoin the Red Sox.
Red Sox | Schilling will become a free agent
Thu, 22 Feb 2007 07:06:01 -0800
Mike Petraglia, of RedSox.MLB.com, reports Boston Red Sox SP Curt Schilling spoke with Red Sox general manager Theo Epstein Wednesday, Feb. 21, and the team has decided it will not negotiate an extension to his contract until after the season is over, upon which Schilling will file for free agency for the first time.
Red Sox | Matsuzaka headed back to Boston
Wed, 13 Dec 2006 10:40:05 -0800
Updating previous reports, ESPN.com reports Boston Red Sox general manager Theo Epstein is headed back to Boston with Japanese League SP Daisuke Matsuzaka, a sign that the two sides have reached a preliminary contract agreement. Matsuzaka's agent Scott Boras said he would not allow Matsuzaka to travel to Boston for a physical unless the two sides had reached a preliminary contract agreement.
Red Sox | Matsuzaka, Boras on plane with Red Sox execs
Wed, 13 Dec 2006 10:17:52 -0800
The Boston Globe's Gordon Edes is reporting Japanese League SP Daisuke Matsuzaka and his agent, Scott Boras, are on a plane back to Boston with Red Sox top brass, including general manager Theo Epstein and team president Larry Lucchino. "You can assume a deal is done or one is close," a source told the Globe. The deadline for getting a deal done is midnight on Dec. 14.
Red Sox | Negotiators will return to Boston Wednesday
Wed, 13 Dec 2006 08:13:23 -0800
Updating previous reports, Mike Petraglia, of Boston.RedSox.MLB.com, reports Boston Red Sox general manager Theo Epstein, team chairman Tom Werner and team president Larry Lucchino will all return back to Boston Wednesday, Dec. 13, regardless of whether or not they have signed Japanese League SP Daisuke Matsuzaka to a contract. The three Boston officials were flown out to California Monday, Dec. 11, by principal owner John Henry in order to get a deal done with Matsuzaka. However, both sides still appear to be far apart on a contract as the midnight ET Thursday, Dec. 14, deadline approaches.
Dodgers | Team may file tampering charge against Red Sox
Fri, 08 Dec 2006 21:02:24 -0800
According to the New York Times, the Los Angeles Dodgers may consider filing a tampering charge against the Boston Red Sox, after OF J.D. Drew opted out of his contract with the Dodgers, and signed with the Red Sox, according to the Associated Press. The Red Sox had tried unsuccessfully to sign Drew two seasons ago, but general manager Theo Epstein denied tampering in order to acquire him. Drew had three years and $33 million remaining on his contract with Los Angeles, before agreeing to a five-year, $70 million deal with Boston, Tuesday, Dec. 5. Dodgers general manager Ned Colletti said he had not decided whether to file a charge.
Red Sox | Team reportedly makes offer to J. Drew
Mon, 13 Nov 2006 11:28:36 -0800
Updating a previous report, Nick Cafardo, of the Boston Globe, reports Boston Red Sox general manager Theo Epstein has made a free-agent offer to an unnamed player, however, it is believed to be by many that it was to OF J.D. Drew (Dodgers). Red Sox officials would not deny this report, and Drew's agent, Scott Boras, arrived at the general manager's meetings in Naples, Fla., Monday, Nov. 13.
Red Sox | Gonzalez talks continue
Thu, 09 Nov 2006 02:00:29 -0800
The Boston Herald's Michael Silverman reports Jed Hoyer, the assistant to general manager Theo Epstein, spoke with the agent for free-agent SS Alex Gonzalez but it appears a quick re-signing of Gonzalez by Boston is not in the cards. "We certainly have interest in bringing Alex back at the right price," Epstein said.
Red Sox | Baird hired to assist Epstein
Tue, 31 Oct 2006 20:25:11 -0800
The Associated Press reports the Boston Red Sox hired former Kansas City Royals general manager Allard Baird Tuesday, Oct. 31, as an assistant to GM Theo Epstein. He will serve as a special assignment scout, oversee the pro scouting department and advise Epstein, continuing a role he began in July after being fired by the Royals.
Red Sox | Epstein signs deal
Tue, 17 Oct 2006 20:40:34 -0700
The Associated Press reports Boston Red Sox general manager Theo Epstein has signed a deal with the club. He had been working with the club since January without a new contract. Terms of the new deal were not disclosed.
Red Sox | Team will have busy offseason
Sat, 07 Oct 2006 09:15:52 -0700
Ian Browne, of Boston.RedSox.MLB.com, reports Boston Red Sox general manager Theo Epstein will have numerous issues this offseason, among them finding a team for OF Manny Ramirez, who according to recent reports has demanded a trade. Epstein will also have to shore up the starting pitching, find a new closer, replace the middle infield, get a backup for C Jason Varitek and see about getting another hitter in the lineup to provide protection for DH David Ortiz.
Red Sox | Epstein: Team needs major changes
Tue, 03 Oct 2006 11:51:14 -0700
ESPN.com reports Boston Red Sox general manager Theo Epstein says the team can't blame injuries for their poor second half and changes are in order during this offseason. Epstein said star CL Jon Papelbon will be moved to the starting rotation, and OF Trot Nixon, who has been with the team for eight seasons, might not be asked to return. "Jonathan Papelbon is going to enter next spring training as a starting pitcher," Epstein said. "We talked about letting the medical issue dictate that." Other areas of weakness that need shoring up include the bullpen, and offensive depth, production and power. The team will also look to improve their outfield defense.
Rangers | Clemens attends opener
Mon, 03 Apr 2006 11:39:06 -0700
The Associated Press reports SP Roger Clemens was in attendance for the Texas Rangers' opening day ceremonies, and he says he's still leaning toward retirement. Before the start, the 43-year-old Rocket spoke with general manager Theo Epstein and other officials from the Boston Red Sox, the team he started his career with. Clemens said they just told him the door was open if he wanted to return to Boston.
Red Sox | Wells Deal May Wait Until Spring
Tue, 31 Jan 2006 01:14:19 -0800
The Boston Globe's Chris Snow reports Boston Red Sox SP David Wells still is expected to be traded but it may not happen until spring training, based upon comments Red Sox general manager Theo Epstein made to San Diego Padres general manager Kevin Towers.
Red Sox | Epstein Returning to GM Post
Tue, 24 Jan 2006 15:35:13 -0800
The Associated Press reports Theo Epstein is returning to his general manager's spot with the Boston Red Sox and as an executive vice president. Jed Hoyer and Ben Cherington, who have been serving as co-GMs since December, received new titles. Owner John Henry has said team president and chief executive officer Larry Lucchino's role will not change.
Red Sox | Team Issues Statement On Epstein
Fri, 20 Jan 2006 01:16:46 -0800
Updating a previous item, The Hartford Courant's David Heuschkel is reporting the Boston Red Sox issued a joint statement by owner John Henry, CEO Larry Lucchino and director of baseball operations Theo Epstein regarding Epstein's return to the team. "Theo's departure has brought us closer together in many respects, and, thanks to these conversations, we now enjoy the bonds of a shared vision for the organization's future that did not exist on Oct. 31. With this vision in place, Theo will return to the Red Sox in a full-time baseball operations capacity, details of which will be announced next week," the statement read.
Red Sox | Epstein Returning
Thu, 19 Jan 2006 17:03:20 -0800
The Associated Press reports former Boston Red Sox general manager Theo Epstein is returning to the team, but the joint statement issued by he and the team didn't say in what capacity he was returning.
Red Sox | Lucchino: Keeping the Light On for Epstein
Tue, 13 Dec 2005 20:02:08 -0800
Updating previous items, the Associated Press reports the Boston Red Sox are willing to bring back former GM Theo Epstein in a helping role to current co-GMs Jed Hoyer and Ben Cherington. "Certainly Theo is a good friend to all of us, and he's worked very closely with these guys in the past," said Red Sox team president Larry Lucchino. "The door has been really ajar for some time, and until Theo goes to work for another baseball organization we'll keep the light on in the window with the possibility of him coming back and helping us."
Red Sox | Hoyer, Cherington to Split GM Duties
Tue, 13 Dec 2005 19:56:56 -0800
Updating an earlier item, the Associated Press reports the Boston Red Sox named Jed Hoyer and Ben Cherington co-GMs Monday, Dec. 12. The two had been assistants for ex-Red Sox GM Theo Epstein and had already been involved in the team's offseason deals.
Red Sox | Epstein May Return, But Not As GM
Mon, 12 Dec 2005 00:50:53 -0800
The Providence Journal is reporting former Boston Red Sox general manager Theo Epstein may return to the ballclub in a consulting/advisory position for the 2006 season.
Red Sox | Henry Stands Behind Lucchino
Sun, 11 Dec 2005 19:10:08 -0800
The Associated Press' Jimmy Golen reports Boston Red Sox team president Larry Lucchino is not in any danger of having his responsibilities stripped down, according to Red Sox owner John Henry. There had been some speculation that the Red Sox would limit his responsibilities as part of an effort to bring back ex-GM Theo Epstein.
