How does such a long season seem to move so fast? The All-Star break is nearly upon us, over half the season is gone, and the trade deadline will be here before we know it. And in all of that time, the Boston Red Sox, defending World Champions, have barely managed to keep their heads above water.
After 85 games, Boston sits at a decidedly mediocre 45-40. The Sox are already 10 games out of first place in the American League East and are 1.5 games out of the second Wild Card spot. Though not as strong overall as last season, the offense has generally produced.