From the article on Theo Epstein and trading in today’s Globe.
If there’s been one deep disappointment in Epstein’s tenure, it’s been that Mendoza, such a big part of the Yankee championship teams, has never been a factor in Boston.
“Oh sure, it’s been disappointing,” said Epstein. “A lot of it is associated with a tough two weeks to start last season and the difficulty in adjusting to adversity in a new environment and a new and talented environment.”
… wait a minute. Isn’t the official line supposed to be that Mendoza’s injured? “Adjusting to adversity” doesn’t sound like an injury report. :)