Gonzo playing RF not 'everyday solution': Red Sox manager Bobby Valentine went on WEEI radio before Wednesday's game against the Orioles to talk about his current lineup alignment that features Adrian Gonzalez in right field, Kevin Youkilis at first base and Will Middlebrooks at third base. Valentine acknowledged that Gonzalez playing right field isn't "an everyday solution." Valentine agreed with general manager Ben Cherington's assessment that Youkilis will return to being the team's third baseman, and that Middlebrooks will spend some time on the bench and might be demoted back to the minors. "I totally am on board with Ben's take, and Kevin's going to play third base," Valentine said. "I think we just have a situation where we have to play this by ear. This isn't something that was planned out over the winter or even was planned out last week or two weeks ago when Will first came up and Kevin first went on the disabled list. This is a work in progress. We'll adjust to it as the situation presents itself." (Updated 05/23/2012)
Injury Report
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Fantasy Analysis
Gonzalez is close to gaining outfield eligibility in Fantasy, so that will obviously boost his appeal. But don't forget he is a Gold Glove first baseman, so playing him in the outfield isn't exactly the most beneficial move to the team long-term. Gonzalez is trying to hit his way out of a slump. He has hit safely in three straight games, which is a start. Now, he just needs a prolonged hot streak. Gonzalez continues to remain a must-start Fantasy option through thick and thin. (Updated 05/23/2012).
05/23/2012 14:54 Setting the Trends: Injuries creating unlikely scenarios
Dayan Viciedo, Sean Rodriguez and Felipe Paulino are drawing the attention of Fantasy owners these days. Our Nando Di Fino breaks down the players you are scooping up in his Setting the Trends.
05/23/2012 06:45 Dear Mr. Fantasy: Ups and downs of young players
Last year your team was a juggernaut. This year it's sitting in the cellar. What happened? You might even have most of those players back. If you're relying on young talent, our Scott White says prepare to take some lumps in his latest Dear Mr. Fantasy.
05/22/2012 22:36 Tolleson, Betemit homer in O's win
Brian Matusz allowed two hits and struck out nine in 6 1-3 innings, Steve Tolleson and Wilson Betemit both hit two-run homers, and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Boston Red Sox 4-1 on Tuesday night.
05/22/2012 19:15 Indians' Perez sets up closer vs. Cleveland fans after criticism
As if closing isn't difficult enough, Chris Perez makes it worse when he bashes Indians fans about the attendance for the first-place team. Scott Miller wonders what the response will be Perez's next time out.
Fantasy owners had hoped Adrian Gonzalez would experience a surge in his power hitting when he departed San Diego's PETCO Park for Fenway Park last offseason. That surge never materialized, but Gonzalez had a splendid first year in Boston nonetheless. Though Gonzalez failed to hit 30 home runs for the first time in five years (he finished with 27), he smashed enough doubles (45) and singles (138) to post a career-high .338 batting average. While Fenway rates better as a doubles park than as a home run park, Gonzalez could get a boost to his homer total, assuming his surgically repaired shoulder is healthier this year. Even with his depleted power numbers, Gonzalez was a top three first baseman last season, and he -- along with Miguel Cabrera, Albert Pujols and Joey Votto -- will be among the elite again this year. (Updated 2/8/12)
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