Another change in the Red Sox universe is less bittersweet. The energy at Fenway South is pleasantly familiar for the Hall of Fame pitcher who led Boston on four playoff runs during his seven seasons with the club. Like many members of the Red Sox organization, he feels the vibes are good.

Pedro Martinez hasn’t pitched in an MLB game in quite some time. But the Boston Red Sox legend is still confident in his ability to get on the mound at 53 years old. It would just be in a different type of role than his once-dominant starter one.