Christopher Smith of MassLive.com recently reported on the catching issue with the Red Sox, stating that “Vazquez will begin the year at Triple-A Pawtucket,” after recovering from Tommy John surgery on his throwing arm which kept him out all of last season. Manager John Farrell made this announcement yesterday to reporters, while also noting how well starting pitcher Joe Kelly has performed with Hanigan: “You’d prioritize the pitcher-catcher relationship. […] We’re not turning a blind eye to all the factors involved, but I think we have to take care of ourselves before we’d look to match up from an offensive side.