Victor Wants To Play

Victor Martinez has played in more game this year than any other Red Sox teammate. He has played virtually every day since ariving with the Red Sox. Monday night Martinez knew he would have a rare day off Tuesday. He was none too pleased about it and he let Francona know.

"Victor texted me at like 1:15 (the night before), saying 'let me play.' I said leave me alone you will come in and pinch hit and get the game winning hit." -- Terry Francona