For the most part things are pretty good with the Red Sox, even after an ugly loss on Saturday. There are, however, some issues, including Franchy Cordero looking lost at the plate right now. (Justin Leger; NBC Sports Boston)
Something that can be easy to forget is that players from other countries coming in and transitioning to a different culture is difficult. (Christopher Smith; Mass Live)
The initial MLB Draft League — a new league added this year after the destruction of the minors — rosters are a bit underwhelming.