Low and Away

Pete Abraham has written a great roundup of recent Red Sox moves, which I recommend. It's chock full of info, but if one part sums it up, it's this.

Aceves is seeking $1.6 million, with the Red Sox offering $900,000. Bard asked for $1.825 million, with the Red Sox proposing $1.4 million. Bailey is seeking $4.7 million, with the Red Sox offering $3.35 million.

Do you suppose part of Ben's mandate is to get payroll down? There is the luxury tax to bear in mind.