Chad Finn writes about the mix of disappointment in the year along with the occasional night like Tuesday when Fenway can still come alive. (Chad Finn; Boston.com)
Fenway was also excited on Wednesday when Carl Yastrzemski came out to throw the first pitch to his grandson. Here’s video of the moment. (Ryan Hannable; WEEI)
It’s been sort of a strange year for Rafael Devers, who has balanced his disappointment in the team’s results with excitement for his big year. (Bill Koch; Providence Journal)
The biggest question for this team as we look forward to next year, and in the wake of David Price being shut down, is just what they’ll get from their big-contract starting pitchers.