so it would be better if you asked your boyfriend for a crash course on the Red Sox. that way you can find out how much he knows and if he has the patience to tell you - instead of strangers on the internet typing blah-blah.

and there's probably some other lack of knowledge things you're trying to hide from your boyfriend.

What you need to know:

- The manager/coach for them is John Farrell

- This is a rebound season for them cuz last year they only had 69 wins.

- Their "ace" is Jon Lester.

- David Ortiz is their best hitter

- Other good players on the Red Sox are: Dustin Pedroia, Jacoby Ellsbury, Shane Victorino, Cal Buccholz, and Jake Peavy.

- The Red Sox are in 1st place of the AL East

1) Read The Boston Herald

2) Read The Boston Globe

3) Look at The Pre-Game and Post Game Shows on New England Sports Network.

4) Check ESPN-Boston.com for updates on Sports in The Boston and New England Area.

Lackey is pitching tonight. rays are on the redsox tail

what if you just ask them: "how 'bout dem red sox?"

So my boyfriend invited me to a Red Sox game against the Orioles with his family (we're from Boston). I haven't been following this season and all I know is that they're doing well, especially considering their recent record. Can anyone give me a crash course in them so I can carry on an intelligent conversation with my boyfriend and his dad?