Some of the Boston Red Sox’s heaviest hitters are getting a night off after helping the team clinch the American League East.
The Red Sox won another division title Wednesday night despite losing to the New York Yankees 5-3 after first baseman Mark Teixeira’s walk-off grand slam. And Boston is in full playoff mode now, making sure its starters get some rest Thursday before the real hard work begins.
Aaron Hill is leading off and playing third base as Brock Holt and Boston’s usual No.-1 hitter Dustin Pedroia are out of Thursday’s lineup. Deven Marrero will start at second base in Pedroia’s stead and bat last, while Travis Shaw takes over at …