The Red Sox didn’t get the win on Saturday, but in better news Tanner Houck’s family did finally get to see him pitch in person yesterday. (Christopher Smith; Mass Live)
Old friend Ty Buttrey, who was traded to the Angels in 2018 for Ian Kinslee, is retiring from baseball. (Jack Harris; Los Angeles Times)
Trey Mancini’s return to baseball this weekend after beating colon cancer was one of the best stories of opening weekend, and it was not missed on Red Sox players. (John Tomase; NBC Sports Boston)
Scott Osberg, who is a New England native, shares some thoughts on dealing with another tough career setback.