Boston Red Sox
Sox might look for more out of Lopez
07:37 AM EDT on Wednesday, October 10, 2007
Reliever Javier Lopez, who got a key out in Game Two of the ALDS against the Angels, might see more action in the ALCS, since the Indians’ lineup boasts a number of tough lefties, including Grady Sizemore, Travis Hafner, Kenny Lofton and Trot Nixon. The presence of Hafner, probably the Indians’ most feared middle-of-the-order threat, could result in Lopez being summoned in the middle innings to face him in a tough spot.
“He’s the kind of guy who you don’t want to make too many mistakes with,” said Lopez, “because he’s got such raw power.”
Lopez came to the Sox as a lefty specialist, but actually performed better against right-handers this season. Righties hit .176 against him, while lefties hit .293.
“Just one of those things,” shrugged Lopez. “It may be because of my changeup.”
-SEAN McADAM
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