Sox Need a Spark

The trade deadline is fast approaching. Thursday at 4pm Eastern to be exact. Much of the discussion in the past week surrounding the Sox has been related to what the Sox will do in the off-season with regards to Manny Ramirez. I don't think that the Sox will trade him now. It's hard to see how they make up for his run production, and what deals are really a fit for the Sox.

Nonetheless, it's time for the Sox to make some sort of move. The clubhouse needs a spark. The Sox management needs to send a message to the players, opposing teams and fans that they are serious about a championship this year. Sure most of last year's championship team is with the club now and back from injuries. But, they aren't producing at last year's level, especially the bullpen.

I'm not begging for a blockbuster deal, just some tweaking will do. I want to see that spark that get's the Sox back on track for the rest of the Season. The Red Sox need to acquire a player that is hungry for a World Series title, someone who can spread that hunger throughout the dugout. Let's hope the Sox move beyond Mannygate and start focusing on what it takes to repeat. It's time for a spark. Let's make a deal.