SB Nation’s Over the Monster on Dice-K’s return to the Red Sox:
What Should the Sox Expect Out of Matsuzaka?
Let’s go into a pretend world. Let’s say that Dice-K is activated next week and throws seven scoreless innings in his first start back. What do you say then? I’m sure most of you would say: “It’s just one start, let’s see more.” Some would say: “The postseason is ours!” No matter what the results are, an effective Dice-K means a scary Red Sox team. With Josh Beckett and Jon Lester being themselves -- and Clay Buchholz becoming a Lil’ Beckett -- adding Dice-K to the starting pitching equation would sure up this team in a heartbeat. The Sox wouldn’t have to worry about Tim Wakefield’s back at all with those four revved up at top speed. As much as the Sox would love to be able to rely on Wakefield, at this point they know whatever they can get from him is just a plus.











