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Scott Podsednik | Outfielder

Team: Boston Red Sox
Age / DOB:  (37) / 3/18/1976
Ht / Wt:  6'0' / 187
Bats / Throws: Left / Left
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Darren Wolfson of 1500 ESPN writes that the Twins haven't completely ruled out signing free agent Scott Podsednik, but "nothing is close to being imminent."
Podsednik didn't appear in the majors in 2011, but hit .302/.322/.352 in 63 games with the Red Sox last season. If signed, he figures to serve as veteran insurance after Minnesota traded away Denard Span and Ben Revere this offseason. The Twins are also expected to give prospect Aaron Hicks a chance to earn a starting job in spring training. Feb 9 - 11:40 AM
Source: ESPN 1500 Twin Cities

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Scott Podsednik - OF - Red Sox

Darren Wolfson of 1500 ESPN reports that the Twins still have interest in signing free agent Scott Podsednik.

After trading away Denard Span and Ben Revere this offseason, the Twins could look to add Podsednik to their outfield mix, as they currently have just Brandon Boggs as a reserve outfielder. Podsednik didn't appear in the majors in 2011, but hit .302/.322/.352 in 63 games with the Red Sox last season. According to Wolfson, the Twins are no longer interested in free agent Ryan Sweeney.
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Source: 1500 ESPN Twin Cities
Jan 19 - 1:38 PM
Scott Podsednik - OF - Red Sox

Darren Wolfson of 1500 ESPN reports the Twins have expressed interest in free agent Scott Podsednik.

The Twins are desperate for outfield depth after trading away Denard Span and Ben Revere. Podsednik hit .302/.322/.352 in 63 games with the Red Sox in 2012, and is expected to be seeking a minor league contract. According to Wolfson, the Twins have also reached out to free agents Ryan Sweeney and Brent Lillibridge.
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Source: 1500 ESPN Twin Cities
Jan 5 - 12:19 PM
Scott Podsednik - OF - Red Sox

Scott Podsednik went 3-for-5 with a stolen base in Wednesday's loss to the Angels.

The swipe was Podsednik's seventh in 30 games in a Red Sox uniform, while he's now hitting .370/.392/.457 through 101 plate appearances. Set to see a big uptick in playing time with Carl Crawford undergoing season-ending surgery, there's no reason for Podsednik to be on the wire in AL-only leagues.
Wed, Aug 22, 2012 10:51:00 PM
Scott Podsednik - OF - Red Sox

Red Sox signed OF Scott Podsednik to a one-year contract.

He's getting a major league deal and will join the team Friday, with Ryan Kalish going back to the minors. Pods was dealt by the Red Sox to the D'Backs just a couple weeks ago but was released before playing a game for them. He batted .387/.409/.484 with a homer and six steals over 19 games in his first stint with the Sox.
Fri, Aug 10, 2012 08:51:00 AM
Scott Podsednik - OF - Red Sox

According to Ken Rosenthal of FOXSports.com, the Red Sox have signed Scott Podsednik to a major league contract.

Full circle in a little under two weeks. The Red Sox dealt Podsednik and right-hander Matt Albers to the Diamondbacks on July 31 for left-hander Craig Breslow. However, the D-Backs granted Podsednik his release two days later after he declined a minor league assignment with Triple-A Reno. Now the 36-year-old outfielder is back with Boston.
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Source: Ken Rosenthal on Twitter
Thu, Aug 9, 2012 10:52:00 PM
Scott Podsednik - OF - Red Sox

Diamondbacks released OF Scott Podsednik.

Very odd. Podsednik was just acquired from the Red Sox this week along with right-hander Matt Albers in exchange for left-hander Craig Breslow. However, the veteran outfielder was granted his release after declining his assignment to Triple-A Reno. It's not clear if the D-Backs tried to find out if Scotty Pods was open to the idea of playing in the minors before agreeing to the deal with Boston, but now they only have Albers to show for the trade.
Thu, Aug 2, 2012 05:41:00 PM
Scott Podsednik - OF - Red Sox

Diamondbacks acquired OF Scott Podsednik and RHP Matt Albers from the Red Sox LHP Craig Breslow.

The 36-year-old outfielder will function as depth in Triple-A for now. Pods doesn't figure to see much playing time in Arizona, a club stacked with outfielders.
Tue, Jul 31, 2012 03:26:00 PM
Scott Podsednik - OF - Red Sox

Red Sox activated OF Scott Podsednik from the 15-day disabled list; optioned him to Triple-A Pawtucket.

This doesn't necessarily dismiss him as an option to be the 26th man during Saturday's doubleheader against the Yankees. The 36-year-old outfielder has been sidelined since mid-June with a groin injury.
Fri, Jul 6, 2012 07:04:00 PM
Scott Podsednik - OF - Red Sox

Scott Podsednik (groin) could be activated from the disabled list Saturday.

A previous report indicated that he could return Friday, but activating him for Saturday's doubleheader is seen as more likely. The 36-year-old outfielder has been sidelined since mid-June with a groin injury.
Source: Brian McPherson on Twitter
Fri, Jul 6, 2012 04:57:00 PM
Scott Podsednik - OF - Red Sox

Scott Podsednik (groin) could be activated from the disabled list Friday.

Podsednik has got in 16 plate appearances over four rehab games with Triple-A Pawtucket and appears to be back to 100 percent. But, even though he's batted .387/.409/.484 in his time with the Sox this season, it's possible he could be demoted once Carl Crawford and Jacoby Ellsbury return, which should be soon.
Source: Boston Globe
Fri, Jul 6, 2012 01:59:00 PM
Scott Podsednik - OF - Red Sox

Scott Podsednik (groin) has already appeared in four rehab games at Triple-A Pawtucket.

It's not clear what the Red Sox have planned for Podsednik in the near future. The veteran outfielder has been on the shelf since June 19 with a strained left groin.
Source: Boston Globe
Thu, Jul 5, 2012 08:43:00 AM
Scott Podsednik - OF - Red Sox

Scott Podsednik (groin) went 0-for-3 with a walk in his first rehab appearance at Triple-A Pawtucket.

Podsednik served as the designated hitter and is expected to begin playing in the field Sunday. The 36-year-old outfielder was hitting .387 (24-for-62) with one homer, seven RBI and six steals prior to hitting the disabled list earlier this month with a groin strain.
Source: Boston Globe
Sat, Jun 30, 2012 08:44:00 AM
Scott Podsednik - OF - Red Sox

Scott Podsednik (groin) is scheduled to begin a minor league rehab assignment Friday with Triple-A Pawtucket.

Podsednik is scheduled to serve as the designated hitter on Friday and will play the field on Sunday. The 36-year-old outfielder was hitting .387 (24-for-62) with one homer, seven RBI and six steals prior to hitting the disabled list earlier this month with a groin strain. He's eligible to return in early July.
Source: Rob Bradford on Twitter
Thu, Jun 28, 2012 04:39:00 PM
Scott Podsednik - OF - Red Sox

Red Sox placed OF Scott Podsednik on the 15-day disabled list with a strained left groin.

Podsednik hurt himself during Sunday night's game against the Cubs while grounding into a double play in the fifth inning. While Pods has played shockingly well for Boston, the Red Sox will happily swap him off the roster for the just-activated Cody Ross.
Tue, Jun 19, 2012 03:36:00 PM

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1B1Mike Napoli
2Mike Carp
2B1Dustin Pedroia
SS1Stephen Drew
3B1Will Middlebrooks
2Pedro Ciriaco
LF1Jonny Gomes
2Daniel Nava
CF1Jacoby Ellsbury
RF1Shane Victorino
DH1David Ortiz
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PosRoleName
S1Jon Lester
2Ryan Dempster
3Clay Buchholz
4John Lackey
5Felix Doubront
6Franklin Morales
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3Koji Uehara
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5Craig Breslow
6Andrew Miller
7Clayton Mortensen
8Alex Wilson
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