"In the biggest game of the season, the Red Sox' top free agent signing, Carl Crawford ($142 million worth) was left out of the lineup because he was 0 for 9 against David Price.

Not sure what the message is there.

We are not suggesting the Sox lost to the Rays yesterday, 8-5, because Crawford didn't play. It's no secret the left fielder isn't having a good season. He would be the first to admit it. But aren't you supposed to win or lose with your best players?"