Today's links look at finding a new elite reliever, what to do at the Winter Meetings, and possible issues with Shane Victorino.
After missing out on Andrew Miller to the Yankees, the Red Sox are on the search for the next out-of-nowhere elite reliever. (Alex Speier; WEEI.com)
John Henry took a trip last weekend. (Jason Mastrodonato; Masslive.com)
In more Jon Lester news, Ryan Dempster is being a traitor. (Patrick Mooney; CSN Chicago)
If the Red Sox cannot bring their former ace back, expect them to more aggressively pursue Max Scherzer. (Michael Silverman; Boston Herald)
With the Winter Meetings getting underway today, the Red Sox have plenty of things to get done. (Tim Britton; Providence Journal)
They aren't the only team with a busy week ahead of them, though. Here are some needs for the other AL teams. (Mike Axisa; CBS Sports)
One team that could be willing to deal some pitching appears to be Miami. (Bill Baer; Hardball Talk)
Will the Red Sox have a problem on their hands if Shane Victorino is on the roster without an everyday role? (Adam Kaufman; Boston.com)
Ryan Lavarnway has a new home. (Chris Hatfield; Sox Prospects)