Blue Jays AL East Recap: Jays limp out of the break

Boston hits the market early

Boston Red Sox: 51-39

The Red Sox wasted no time in augmenting their team during the break. After adding Brad Ziegler from the Diamond Backs, they acquired All Star Drew Pomeranz from the Padres.

These moves augmented the back end of their rotation and found a veteran reliever to alleviate the absence of ace closer Craig Kimbrel. The Red Sox then hit the ground running, winning two of three against the Rival Yankees. This allowed them to keep pace with the Orioles, and remain a mere two games back of the top slot.

The Red Sox struck at the right time, as they will face a two game set against the NL’s best, the San Francisco Giants. They then should be able to cruise into the weekend with a three game set against the Twins.

Boston’s deep prospect capital and financial flexibility could allow for Dave Dombrowski and Mike Hazen to be among baseball’s busiest executives later this month.

Final Takeaway:

This week will be crucial for the Red Sox as they will have to prove that their additions and challenge the Orioles for the division crown. Facing some of baseball’s best and worst in one week, the Red Sox could make quite a profound statement during the next seven days.

Next: The Yankees do their thing