As reported here last Saturday, the Red Sox did indeed try to pry John Farrell away from the Toronto Blue Jays. The Jays actually changed their personnel policy on lateral moves specifically to prevent Boston's tampering with their manager—who is signed through 2013. Farrell was probably the ideal choice for manager, given his knowledge of the pitching staff and his familiarity with how things work in The Nation.(PHOTO: Kim Klement-US PRESSWIRE)