Mike Timlin

Last night, after the Red Sox crushing defeat delivered from the old, ineffective arm of Mike Timlin, the Sox lockerroom was a somber place. As the players began to file out of the lockerroom, Timlin remained seated at his locker, uniform still on, head hung low. Players passed him on the way out, some shaking their heads, other patting him on the back. Some wishing he’d just go away. David Ortiz, the last player to leave, stops by Timlin on his way home. PAPI : Mikey, lift your head up, buddy. [he ruffles Timlin’s hair. Timlin doesn’t react]. It’s just one game. We’ll catch ... Read Full Story

The Boston Red Sox re-sign Mike Timlin to one year deal. The deal is worth $3million. “The decision wasn’t totally mine. It was my family’s too, “he said.”At this point in my career, it’s not just about me anymore.” He ranks fourth on the career list with 44 playoff appearances. Read Full Story

Terry Francona has called on relief pitcher Mike Timlin 323 times since he became manager of the Boston Red Sox. He might be a little reluctant to point toward the bullpen to signal appearance No.... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] Read Full Story

Timlin has a strained oblique muscle, and he felt enough discomfort after a 40-pitch batting practice session Wednesday he underwent an MRI the next day. The Sox then elected to shut him down, which calls into question whether Timlin will have enough time to be ready for the opener. Read Full Story

Meet Mike Timlin, the rock of the Red Sox bullpen since 2003. His team currently has no closer, and he wants the job. He knows he`ll have to earn it, and he hopes he`s up to the task. Read Full Story