FORT MYERS — Instead of discussing his health, the topic of conversation about Eduardo Rodriguez is now focused on his performance.
That’s a most promising sign for both him and the Red Sox.
“Last year, I wasn’t throwing in spring training, this is first time I’m feeling really good in spring training — I feel much better,” said Rodriguez after this four-inning stint in the Sox’ 6-5 spring loss to the Philadelphia Phillies. He allowed a home run to No. 9 hitter Roman Quinn and a triple to ex-Red Sox Daniel Nava, but Rodriguez pitched much sharper than those two pitches showed.