A major negative. His last outing was the weakest in over a month, however, so perhaps a sign. Still, he has been winning, and going relatively deep into games. Inconsistent, though hasn't given up 2 HR in a game in 2 months. His more recent demon seems to be walks.
Patience seems to be called for.
It's pollyannish, I know, but I predict the Sox will take the 3 they need. Obviously we have to hit. Kind of goes without saying, and if we can't sustain a more reasonable output then it is over. If he's knocked out early, I'm in serious distress, because it will burn up relief innings that will be needed in the next 36 hours. Arrojo has become critical.