Whether you think the Boston Red Sox was seemingly out to lunch on resigning Victor Martinez or the Detriot Tigers overpaid for a big bat that comes as a defensive liability, there is one thing for sure, Boston has a big bat to replace in their lineup.
Martinez was the only catcher in the MLB to bat over .300 while hitting 20 or more home runs in the season.
He was the number three hitter in their lineup and one of the most productive hitters on the team in the past few seasons, and he will be tough to replace.
The Red Sox will be hard pressed to equal his production with a free agent signing this season, as this year’s class is nowhere near as good as last season’s, but here are a few players that could help the team ease the burn.