There may not be a playoff spot to pursue, but every five days the team has a greater goal for which they are fighting. (Sean McAdam; Boston Sports Journal)
One could argue (incorrectly, in my opinion) that Eduardo Rodriguez is the only reason left to watch the Red Sox. (John Tomase; NBC Sports Boston)
Rodriguez is, however, a reminder of what has gone wrong for the team this year. (Jen McCaffrey; The Athletic)
Does seeing how guys like Carl Yastrzemski and David Ortiz are treated by fans sway Mookie Betts at all?