[vincesanity82]

The Red Sox are going to be without their designated hitter for at least a month and possibly much longer. David Ortiz's bat is so integral to the Red Sox offense that if it's the worst-case scenario, they'll need to be sure they can mimic, if not replace, his production.

They have a few options in-house, including Chris Carter promoted yesterday, and they could work the trade market but you'd guess Theo Epstein would prefer not to spend good prospects for a band-aid. There's one other place they could turn, of course, and that's Barry Bonds. The speculation has begun and there's no shortage of fodder for either side. So should they sign him

On the one hand, he's a juiced up sourpuss who the game isn't missing in the least. On the other, he's an offensive monster who would keep the Sox offense from missing a beat without Papi. He is the epitome of the type of player that Epstein prizes, on the field anyway, and he'd probably come at a reasonable price. Bonds would relish the chance to go to Boston and have a chance at a ring and a small slice of redemption

Should The Red Sox Sign Barry Bonds to Replace David Ortiz? - FanHouse - AOL Sports Blog

[bears9]

Barry Bonds should Boston's third option, if this really is a one month thing, then just call up Brandon Moss, who is dominating Triple-A. if it's a long term and Moss doesn't work then, they should try to trade for Griffey Jr., if they Moss does crap, and they can't get Jr, why not take a flyer on Bonds.

[Bryan88]

Just say no to Bonds. So what would the Sox do with him when Big Papi gets back?

[LSC9901]

Sorry but Bonds is tainted. Not a good move on any teams part to buy into him.

[Lefty Noob]

No way. Ortiz won't be out all that long; Manny can just fill in at DH for now.

[legend]

Griffey is probably a better fit and Boston has enough prospects to get him, but I don't think they need anybody else right now. Tampa will be fading soon and there is no reason to think Boston won't win the East in a cakewalk once they do.