Sox just designated Julian Tavarez for assignment. Most unique thing this means is chances of a pitcher rolling the ball to first place to get an out have pretty much dropped to zero.
But it also means Sox are going to give Craig Hansen a serious shot. Most obvious thing to do with Sean Casey coming off the DL was Hansen heading back to Pawtucket. But that didn’t happen.
Also means that sox have confidence in Colon’s ability to start games. And they believe in Justin Masterson as part of their starting pitching depth. Since the opener, Sox have now dumped Tavarez and Kyle Snyder - both guys who would be considered for starting pitching duty in a pinch or if starter had to go on the DL. Out with the old, in with the new.
