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Terry Francona, MAN, Boston Red Sox
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Red Sox | Lowell not expected to switch positions with Youkilis
Sat, 05 Dec 2009 11:40:39 -0800
Boston Red Sox manager Terry Francona does not like the idea of having 3B Mike Lowell and 1B Kevin Youkilis switching positions, according to Gordon Edes of ESPNBoston.com. "I'm not for it," Francona said. "(Lowell) has played third base his whole life. He could do it, but I don't know if it's as easy as people think, and I don't know if it's in his best interests." Francona added that a position change could increase the amount of stress placed on Lowell's surgically repaired right hip, as a result of a different set of movements needed to play first.
Red Sox | Francona feeling better
Fri, 09 Oct 2009 19:29:44 -0700
The Associated Press reports Boston Red Sox manager Terry Francona (illness) is feeling better Friday, Oct. 9, after suffering from food poisoning. "I just got flat out food poisoning," Francona said. "Believe me when I tell you, I got rid of it. I just have a headache. I was miserable yesterday."
Red Sox | Francona fine following minor illness
Fri, 09 Oct 2009 01:19:01 -0700
The Providence Journal reports Boston Red Sox manager Terry Francona was not available on the field for the pregame introductions due to a minor case of food poisoning he suffered before the game. Francona did manage without incident.
Red Sox | Francona wins 560th game
Wed, 23 Sep 2009 20:48:17 -0700
The Associated Press reports Boston Red Sox manager Terry Francona won his 560th game as a manager Wednesday, Sept. 23, to tie him for second on the team's all-time win list for managers.
Red Sox | Tito tossed
Tue, 11 Aug 2009 18:06:01 -0700
Jimmy Golen, of The Associated Press, reports Boston Red Sox manager Terry Francona was ejected in the second inning of his club's contest with the Detroit Tigers Tuesday, Aug. 11, for arguing a call a second base. The play occurred after the bench-clearing incident that resulted from the beaning of Red Sox 3B Kevin Youkilis by Tigers SP Rick Porcello. Both players had already been tossed.
Red Sox | Francona feels Dice-K's struggles stem from WBC
Sun, 21 Jun 2009 14:08:49 -0700
Boston Red Sox manager Terry Francona believes SP Daisuke Matsuzaka's (shoulder) struggles this season are primarily the result of pitching in the World Baseball Classic, according to John Barone of MLB.com. Francona claimed that being away from the team in spring training resulted in reduced velocity because his arm wasn't properly strengthened.
Red Sox | Francona checked out by EMTs
Fri, 29 May 2009 08:23:57 -0700
MLB.com's Bobbie Dittmeier reports Boston Red Sox manager Terry Francona was examined by emergency medical technicians to check his blood pressure after being ejected Thursday, May 28.
Red Sox | Varitek, Francona ejected Thursday
Thu, 28 May 2009 13:22:25 -0700
Tyler Mason, of MLB.com, reports Boston Red Sox C Jason Varitek and manager Terry Francona were both ejected in a win Thursday, May 28.
Red Sox | Francona ejected Thursday
Fri, 15 May 2009 06:09:21 -0700
The Associated Press reports Boston Red Sox manager Terry Francona was ejected by home plate umpire Bill Miller for arguing balls and strikes Thursday, May 14, against the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim. When Francona was ejected, 10 Red Sox batters had been caught looking on called third strikes.
Red Sox | Lugo could join team next week
Wed, 15 Apr 2009 13:14:06 -0700
The Associated Press reports Boston Red Sox SS Julio Lugo (knee) could join the team next week, according to manager Terry Francona.
Red Sox | Bay jams wrist Monday
Tue, 14 Apr 2009 11:11:37 -0700
ESPN.com reports Boston Red Sox OF Jason Bay (wrist) jammed his left wrist after diving for a ball Monday, April 13, according to the Boston Herald. However, Bay remained in the game and was seen icing his wrist after the game. The injury does not appear to be serious, according to manager Terry Francona.
Red Sox | Baldelli will hit leadoff on days when Ellsbury is off
Sat, 11 Apr 2009 11:39:57 -0700
Boston Red Sox manager Terry Francona said OF Rocco Baldelli will hit leadoff on days when he replaces OF Jacoby Ellsbury in the lineup, so as not to disrupt the rest of the batting order, according to Adam Kilgore of The Boston Globe.
Red Sox | Papelbon won't be overused in first week
Tue, 07 Apr 2009 09:47:47 -0700
Adam Kilgore, of The Boston Globe, reports Boston Red Sox RP Jonathan Papelbon will not be overused in the opening week of the season, with the team playing nine games in nine days, according to manager Terry Francona.
Red Sox | Masterson will not be long reliever
Wed, 01 Apr 2009 12:59:25 -0700
Daniel Barbarisi, of The Providence Journal, reports Boston Red Sox RP Justin Masterson will not serve the role as long reliever, according to manager Terry Francona. "We don't really have that long guy, And we elect not to. Because I think we think we have a lot of guys who can pitch in games that are in doubt, and we could win," Francona said.
Red Sox | Chavez hit by pitch Saturday
Sat, 28 Mar 2009 11:22:59 -0700
Boston Red Sox SS Angel Chavez (knee) was hit in the right kneecap by a pitch from Minnesota Twins P Kyle Asleton Saturday, March 28, according to Adam Kilgore of The Boston Globe. After being tended to by trainer Paul Lessard and manager Terry Francona, he was replaced in the game by SS Ryan Khoury.
Red Sox | Smoltz ahead of schedule
Wed, 25 Mar 2009 12:41:29 -0700
Dan Barbarisi, of The Providence Journal, reports Boston Red Sox SP John Smoltz (shoulder) is ahead of schedule in his rehab from shoulder surgery and there is a chance that he could return before his projected return date of June 1, according to manager Terry Francona.
Red Sox | Lugo's surgery goes as planned
Thu, 19 Mar 2009 08:12:29 -0700
Gary Gillis, of MLB.com, reports Boston Red Sox SS Julio Lugo's (knee) surgery went as planned, according to manager Terry Francona. Lugo is scheduled to return to the lineup in around four weeks.
Red Sox | Dice-K to be stretched in next outing
Mon, 16 Mar 2009 12:35:07 -0700
Jayson Stark, of ESPN.com, reports Boston Red Sox SP Daisuke Matsuzaka threw 86 pitches in his start Sunday, March 15, and will throw up to 105 pitches in his next start for Japan in the 2009 World Baseball Classic. Manager Terry Francona admitted that he is nervous about his players suffering injuries in the Classic. "Dice-K pitched a great game yesterday," Francona said. "But he also threw six innings. We've had [Josh] Beckett here for a month, and he's up to four. It just makes you nervous. That's all. Not being critical of anybody. It just makes you nervous."
Red Sox | Smoltz closer to return
Mon, 16 Mar 2009 10:55:56 -0700
Amalie Benjamin, of The Boston Globe, reports Boston Red Sox SP John Smoltz (shoulder) is nine days away from throwing his first bullpen session of the spring, according to manager Terry Francona.
Red Sox | Van Every still out
Mon, 16 Mar 2009 08:29:53 -0700
The Associated Press reports Boston Red Sox OF Jonathan Van Every (ankle) is still sidelined with a sprained right ankle. Manager Terry Francona said Van Every's ankle is bruised and swollen and he might be out for another couple days.
Red Sox | Pedroia says he will be fine
Mon, 16 Mar 2009 08:24:31 -0700
The Associated Press reports Boston Red Sox 2B Dustin Pedroia (abdominal) said his injury is not serious and he will be fine. "We'll treat it for a couple of days, for whatever he needs, and slowly get him back in. But the good news is it's not an oblique. So we're really relieved about that," Pedroia said. Pedroia will not play in a Spring Training game for three or four days, according to manager Terry Francona.
Red Sox | Ellsbury to play Friday
Thu, 12 Mar 2009 08:17:36 -0700
Nick Cafardo, of The Boston Globe, reports Boston Red Sox OF Jacoby Ellsbury (hamstring) will be back in the lineup Friday, March 13, according to manager Terry Francona.
Red Sox | Smoltz update
Thu, 12 Mar 2009 07:23:36 -0700
The Boston Globe's Adam Kilgore reports Boston Red Sox manager Terry Francona said SP John Smoltz (shoulder) is about 12 days from his first bullpen session.
Red Sox | Ortiz won't play in the field in WBC
Tue, 10 Mar 2009 06:31:43 -0700
Updating previous reports, WEEI.com's Alex Speier reports Boston Red Sox DH David Ortiz (shoulder) will no longer play first base in the World Baseball Classic because throwing hurts his shoulder. However, manager Terry Francona said it wasn't a problem, and it wouldn't affect his hitting.
Red Sox | Ellsbury dealing with hamstring issue
Mon, 09 Mar 2009 11:29:38 -0700
Dan Barbarisi, of The Providence Journal, reports Boston Red Sox OF Jacoby Ellsbury (hamstring) is improving from a strained hamstring, according to manager Terry Francona.
Red Sox | Baldelli experiencing tightness in groin
Sat, 07 Mar 2009 10:57:00 -0800
Boston Red Sox OF Rocco Baldelli (groin) has been experiencing tightness in his groin over the last several days, according to Adam Kilgore of The Boston Globe. Manager Terry Francona said the injury is not considered serious.
Red Sox | Drew's injection precautionary
Tue, 03 Mar 2009 07:09:54 -0800
ESPN.com reports Boston Red Sox OF J.D. Drew's (back) injection was just for precautionary reasons and he is not facing the prospect of surgery, according to manager Terry Francona. Drew is expected to be in the team's lineup Friday, March 6, according to The Boston Globe.
Red Sox | Lowell still on schedule
Thu, 26 Feb 2009 11:01:45 -0800
Joe McDonald, of The Providence Journal, reports Boston Red Sox 3B Mike Lowell (hip) remains on track to be ready for Opening Day. Lowell worked out at 75 to 80 percent in workouts recently, according to manager Terry Francona. Lowell has also been hitting frequently and has not suffered any setbacks.
Red Sox | Gonzalez to have elbow examined
Sun, 22 Feb 2009 20:41:24 -0800
Updating a previous item, The Boston Herald reports Boston Red Sox RP Miguel Gonzalez (elbow) will have an arthrogram on his sore right elbow early this week. Manager Terry Francona said the exam would likely take place on Feb. 24 and that Gonzalez won't throw for four or five days.
Red Sox | Drew bothered by sore glove hand
Sat, 21 Feb 2009 11:11:56 -0800
Boston Red Sox OF J.D. Drew (hand) was limited in workouts Saturday, Feb. 21, because of a sore glove hand, according to Chris Forsberg of The Boston Globe. "He was examined, he was OK," said manager Terry Francona. "We just gave him a day inside with the guys."
Red Sox | Gonzalez suffers elbow discomfort
Sat, 21 Feb 2009 11:09:14 -0800
Boston Red Sox P Miguel Gonzalez (elbow) suffered slight discomfort in his elbow Saturday, Feb. 21, according to Chris Forsberg of The Boston Globe. Manager Terry Francona said he will be evaluated by team doctors and they should know more about his status Sunday, Feb. 22.
Red Sox | Lowell to get day off Sunday
Sat, 21 Feb 2009 10:19:17 -0800
After participating in on-field activities for four consecutive days, Boston Red Sox 3B Mike Lowell (hip) will get a day off Sunday, Feb. 22, according to Chris Forsberg of The Boston Globe. "He'll do things inside, but he won't be on the field," manager Terry Francona said. "No setback, just the way we'd like it to progress." Francona added that hitting coach Dave Magadan has been thrilled with his hitting, and that Lowell has been fielding ground balls, but isn't diving yet.
Red Sox | Ortiz out again Friday
Fri, 20 Feb 2009 09:49:23 -0800
The Associated Press reports Boston Red Sox DH David Ortiz (shoulder) missed the second straight day of workouts with soreness in his left shoulder. However, Ortiz is feeling better and is also sore from throwing this week, according to manager Terry Francona. The situation is not very serious and Ortiz will not require extensive exams. He expects to return to full activity over the weekend.
Red Sox | Dice-K being monitored by team
Thu, 19 Feb 2009 20:35:59 -0800
According to The Boston Herald, the Boston Red Sox are keeping tabs on SP Daisuke Matsuzaka, who is working out in Japan in advance of the World Baseball Classic, which begins March 5. Matsuzaka recently threw a simulated game. "We pretty much get an update every day," manager Terry Francona said. "We've had contact with him, talked to him on the phone the other day. I think everything's going very well. There's some dialogue every day, they send a report on what he did so we're up to date."
Red Sox | Ortiz should be back Friday
Thu, 19 Feb 2009 11:50:31 -0800
Joe McDonald, of The Providence Journal, reports Boston Red Sox DH David Ortiz (shoulder) should take part in workouts Friday, Feb. 20, according to manager Terry Francona.
Red Sox | Ortiz held out of workout
Thu, 19 Feb 2009 07:23:49 -0800
Chris Forsberg, of The Boston Globe, reports Boston Red Sox DH David Ortiz (shoulder) was held out of workouts Thursday, Feb. 19, after sleeping awkwardly on his left shoulder. Manager Terry Francona said it is nothing to worry about.
Red Sox | Lowrie to see time at third
Tue, 17 Feb 2009 09:23:17 -0800
Chris Forsberg, of The Boston Globe, reports Boston Red Sox SS Jed Lowrie will see time at third base during Spring Training in order to give 3B Mike Lowell (hip) some rest, according to manager Terry Francona.
Red Sox | Lugo will not be moved to outfield
Tue, 17 Feb 2009 09:19:12 -0800
Chris Forsberg, of The Boston Globe, reports Boston Red Sox SS Julio Lugo will not be moved to the outfield if he does not win the starting shortstop job, according to manager Terry Francona.
Red Sox | Francona addresses Drew's back issues
Tue, 17 Feb 2009 03:06:43 -0800
The Boston Globe reports Boston Red Sox manager Terry Francona clarified some remarks by OF J.D. Drew (back) about stiffness in his back that had been bothering him in the offseason. "I talked to J.D. this morning and he said that he feels great," Francona said. "He said he feels fine and he's ready to go."
Red Sox | Smoltz leading conditioning drills
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 10:39:00 -0800
Amalie Benjamin, of The Boston Globe, reports Boston Red Sox SP John Smoltz was the leader in shuttle runs during each run Friday, Feb. 13. "It's going to be fun to watch him go through our camp," manager Terry Francona said. "You saw him out there doing the shuttle. That's impressive. That's not easy to do -- I don't care how old you are -- and I think it sends a great message to the other pitchers, which we appreciate."
Red Sox | Teixeira was concerned with Lowell situation
Mon, 29 Dec 2008 04:59:47 -0800
The Boston Globe's Nick Cafardo reports New York Yankees 1B Mark Teixeira was concerned with what would happen to 3B Mike Lowell should Teixeira sign there, according to a source close to talks. He mentioned Lowell a few times to manager Terry Francona.
Red Sox | Alicea clashed with Francona
Thu, 23 Oct 2008 06:42:24 -0700
Updating previous reports, the Boston Herald's Sean McAdam reports Boston Red Sox first base and infield coach Luis Alicea wasn't retained likely in part to a philosophical clash he had with manager Terry Francona. The team will likely find another Spanish-speaking coach who can communicate with the team's Latino players.
Red Sox | Team will let Matsuzaka pitch in WBC
Wed, 22 Oct 2008 03:57:35 -0700
Boston Red Sox SP Daisuke Matsuzaka will pitch in the 2009 World Baseball Classic, according to The Boston Herald. Manager Terry Francona knows of no way to get around Matsuzaka not pitching but he is concerned about the team going so late in the season and Matsuzaka getting an early start.
Red Sox | Francona decided not to pinch hit for Varitek
Wed, 22 Oct 2008 03:55:35 -0700
According to The Boston Herald, Boston Red Sox manager Terry Francona decided early on he would not pinch hit for C Jason Varitek during the regular season if the catcher was struggling at the plate, despite knowing that the results might cost the Red Sox some victories. Francona said he did not want his captain "looking over his shoulder in June," which could have adversely affected the team's chances of playing in October.
Brewers | Francona endorses Sveum
Thu, 09 Oct 2008 19:04:31 -0700
Tom Haudricourt, in his "Brewers Blog", reports Boston Red Sox manager Terry Francona has given his endorsement for the Milwaukee Brewers to retain interim manager Dale Sveum for next season. "I was happy for Dale, getting that team to the playoffs," said Francona. "It's not up to me to tell other organizations what they should do or evaluate other people but there was a reason we went and got him." Sveum once served as third base coach for Francona. "The players respected him and loved him. He's got a good baseball mind. He can communicate. If he stays in Milwaukee, they will be fortunate because he'll manage somewhere. He's good at it. He'll handle whatever is thrown at him. I'm a big fan."
Red Sox | La Russa praises Francona
Thu, 09 Oct 2008 09:21:48 -0700
The St. Louis Post-Dispatch's Rick Hummel reports St. Louis Cardinals manager Tony La Russa praised the job Boston Red Sox manager Terry Francona has done. "It's probably underestimated how tough his job is," said La Russa. "He's under the microscope, he's got a lot of diverse personalities and he's expected to win. With winning like he has, some people might think he's got all the horses and all the resources. But it's a difficult job and he's done it very well."
Red Sox | Francona to receive injection in neck
Tue, 15 Jul 2008 16:11:59 -0700
Gordon Edes, of The Boston Globe, reports Boston Red Sox manager Terry Francona (neck) will receive an injection in his neck Wednesday, July 16, to alleviate a disk problem that has left him with limited feeling in his left arm. Francona has had problems gripping objects with his left hand.
Red Sox | Francona not considering moving Ellsbury in lineup
Tue, 08 Jul 2008 14:32:19 -0700
Dom Amore, of The Hartford Courant, reports Boston Red Sox manager Terry Francona said he is not considering moving OF Jacoby Ellsbury out of the leadoff spot in the lineup. Ellsbury is hitting .268 this season.
Red Sox | Buchholz makes change in mechanics
Tue, 01 Jul 2008 19:09:24 -0700
Ian Browne, of RedSox.MLB.com, reports Boston Red Sox manager Terry Francona said SP Clay Buchholz has made a mechanical change. "Slightly adjusted arm angle," Francona said. "[Moving] away from his ear a little just to create some two-seam movement."
Red Sox | Francona expects to meet with umpiring crew
Mon, 30 Jun 2008 15:51:05 -0700
Marc Lancaster, of The Tampa Tribune, reports Boston Red Sox manager Terry Francona said he expects to meet with the umpiring crew before the team's game against the Tampa Bay Rays Monday, June 30, because of the previous altercations between the two teams.
