Daily Links: Xander, Nate Eovaldi, and Japanese Curry

So technically, last night’s rain-shortened game was the first complete game shutout of Nate Eovaldi’s career. But, as we all know, it wasn't this most memorable outing. (Peter Abraham, Boston Globe)

Seriously, people, we all need to stop talking as if it’s a forgone conclusion that last night’s slam was Xander’s last great Boston moment. We’re running the risk of collectively willing his departure into the world. (Rob Bradford, WEEI)

So let’s talk about something more fun, instead. Like the fact that Tommy Pham is still pissed at Joc Pederson. (John Healy, WEEI)

Can you be Wally Pipped if you’re not really all that good in the first place? Eric Hosmer may be about to find out. (Jen McCaffrey,…