According to WEEI.com's Rob Bradford, the Red Sox have extended a contract offer to David Ortiz. Big Papi had another good year in 2011, clouting 29 HRs, hitting .309 and knocking in 96. Locking up Ortiz early in the process, will allow BenCher to make other decisions—like keeping Youkilis at 3B—and focusing attention on pitching and outfield needs.
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
REPORT: Sox Make Papi An Offer
According to WEEI.com's Rob Bradford, the Red Sox have extended a contract offer to David Ortiz. Big Papi had another good year in 2011, clouting 29 HRs, hitting .309 and knocking in 96. Locking up Ortiz early in the process, will allow BenCher to make other decisions—like keeping Youkilis at 3B—and focusing attention on pitching and outfield needs.