Michael Chavis is in a tough spot entering this season, having to fight his way to an opportunity back to the majors. He was candid, and in my opinion right on, with his thoughts on the matter. (Chris Cotillo; Masslive)
Still, it wasn’t that long ago that Chavis was the top prospect in the organization and getting off to a hot start in his career. Now he and Tanner Houck, coming off his own hot career start, are looking at a start in the minors. (Chad Jennings; The Athletic)
As part of his latest notebook column, Sean McAdam looks at Houck’s latest start as well as Franchy Cordero being cleared to finally join the Red Sox at team workouts.