Ben Carsley wrote about the big day Xander Bogaerts had on Tuedsay, playing a big role in the Red Sox muscling out a 6-3 win to open their series against the Mets. (Ben Carsley; Baseball Prospectus)
The Red Sox are in a position where their playoff odds are certainly looking good, but there is also work that remains. Alex Cora needs to find that balance especially when it comes to second base. (Peter Abraham; Boston Globe)
Part of that balance is in getting Christian Arroyo in, who, unlike José Iglesias, is eligible for the postseason roster.