Red Sox fans are just getting used to the idea of Mike Cameron patrolling left field for the Red Sox next season. And for many, it's not a particularly sexy idea.
After all, Cameron is 37 and has a lifetime .250 average. Among active players, only Jim Thome (2,313) has struck out more times than Cameron (1,798).
It's tough to get excited about that.
However, Cameron is a three time Gold Glover who can still go get the ball. Left field in Fenway should be a piece of cake for this guy, even if he's lost a step–and I've heard no indications that he has.
Additionally, JD Drew has averaged just 121 games a year over the last eleven seasons, and has never played in more than 146 in any of them. As customary, he will miss time for various reasons, and Cameron's ability to play terrific de ...
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Mike Cameron Is Not a Star, but He’s the Red Sox Bridge To 2012
Posted: 15th December 2009 by Sean Kennedy in MLBComments Off on Mike Cameron Is Not a Star, but He’s the Red Sox Bridge To 2012