Red Sox Sign David Price

It didn't take long for Red Sox General Manager Dave Dombrowski to make a splash in the free agent pool this offseason. The Red Sox agreed with lefthander David Price on a seven-year, $217 million contract that is the biggest contract signed by a Red Sox pitcher in their history. To break it down for you, Price will make $59 every minute and $1 every second for the next seven years. This was a good add for the Red Sox as they need pitching, after last year's unfortunate season showed that. Red Sox fans say they can already taste the playoffs after this landmark deal, will Price be worth the price?

A Wonderful Chapter Comes To An End

Since 2001, Don Orsillo has been the voice of the Boston Red Sox as the play-by-play announcer for every game. His contract with NESN (New England Sports Network) has expired and the company is not going to re-sign him. Orsillo has left a great legacy behind as the voice of the Red Sox. His partner for these games, Jerry Remy, broke down last week when Orsillo announced his leave. Together they are known for the endless jokes that are cracked every game, and as the voices of the Red Sox. He will truly be missed by Red Sox fans.

As a fan of the Red Sox and having watched many games in my life, I can honestly say that I watched the games because Don and Jerry were so funny and worked so well together. They are best friends and to see a great chapter come to an end is very sad. I can't imagine anyone else broadcasting the games. I am devastated that Don Orsillo is leaving, and I don't see why NESN did not re-sign him after what he provides not only for the Red Sox, but Red Sox fans and the people that watched the games on TV.

It did not take long for Don Orsillo to find another gig as a broadcast announcer as the San Diego Padres have signed Orsillo as their play-by-play announcer starting in 2016. Padres fans should be ecstatic as they are getting a great announcer who is also a great man. "I just want to say that for the past 15 years it has been an absolute pleasure to work with Don," said Remy. "He's been an outstanding partner for 15 years and I'm truly going to miss him, he's become a very close friend of mine. You're friends. You have such a good time doing your job and it's over. I've been fortunate to work with many people and he's atop the list. I love him."

As a dynamic duo, Don Orsillo and Jerry Remy will always be remembered by Red Sox fans, the laughs, the great games they have been through, they can never be replaced.

Sources: MLB.com, Boston Globe

Sam Knox Commits to Emerson College

Sam Knox of Tantasqua Regional High School made it official on Friday afternoon when he announced his official commitment to play baseball at Emerson College. Knox was recently accepted to Emerson on December 15th, but wanted to weigh his financial options before announcing his decision.

"It is the perfect fit. It's in the city, I can play baseball there, its the perfect size for me, and it is the number one journalism school in the country. It was meant to be. There was not one other school that measured up to Emerson for me. They had everything I wanted in a college." said Knox who has known Emerson was the school for him since he did a campus tour in May of 2015, and an October official overnight visit sealed the deal for Knox and his family. "Not only is the school a perfect fit, but I have already built so many great relationships with people at Emerson. Coach (Nick) Vennochi and I have had a great relationship from the day I first spoke to him in late August and told him I wanted to play for him. He seemed to want me there, and when a college wants you and you want them, it can't get any better than that." said Knox.

Sam is going to major in Journalism at Emerson and will graduate in 2020. 

Monte Irvin passes away

Hall of Famer Monte Irvin has passed away at the age of 96. Irvin, who was the second-oldest Hall of Famer and oldest Negro League player was inducted in 1973. He played in the Negro Leagues for seven years, and then spent seven years in the MLB: six with the New York Giants and one with the Chicago Cubs. Irvin was a five-time Negro League All-Star, an MLB All-Star, and a National League RBI leader and a two time World Series Champion. He will be greatly missed.

Alex Anthopoulos named as Dodgers Vice President

The Los Angeles Dodgers officially have hired Alex Anthopoulos as their vice president of baseball operations. Anthopoulos was previously the senior vice president of baseball operations for the Toronto Blue Jays from 2010-2015 until he stepped down at the conclusion of last season. He has a great reputation as a great baseball businessman as he was named Sporting News' Executive of the Year last year after Toronto made the postseason for the first time since 1993. Anthopoulos, only 38, has already spent 15 years in MLB offices: three with the Montreal Expos (present day Washington Nationals) and 13 with Toronto.

Padres sign Alexi Ramirez

The San Diego Padres have signed shortstop Alexi Ramirez to a one-year contract. Ramirez, who is 34 years old, hit a career worst .249 with 10 homeruns and 17 RBI in 154 games last season. Although Alexi had a rough 2015, he was an All-Star in 2014 and won a silver slugger as well. Ramirez will take over the position at shortstop primarily for San Diego, which fills a huge hole. Ramirez is getting older but he also is a very experienced veteran who can help a hurting San Diego franchise.

Royals extend Lorenzo Cain

The Kansas City Royals have signed center fielder Lorenzo Cain to a contract extension worth $17.5 million dollars over two years. Lorenzo Cain is 29 years old and had a great 2015 season being named an All-Star and winning a World Series with the Royals. He hit .307 with 16 homeruns and 72 runs batted in. This deal locks up both Cain and Alex Gordon who locked down the outfield for Kansas City in 2015 to win a World Series.