Lester/ Lugo

Lester says he is feeling confident about his abilities right now. He says he located his pitches very well. When asked if Francona told him whether or not he would pitch in Japan next week Jon said "I dont know yet, you guys will probably find out before me." (You Guys meaning the Media)


A joyful Julio Lugo entered the press room howling "Hola Amigos" as he walked in after. Lugo said he felt no pain in his back. Julio informed me that he would DH in tomorrow's game against the Pirates. Julio said David Ortiz must be nervous!!! He also said he will be on the plane when it takes off for Japan. This will be Lugo's second time playing in Japan. Back in 2004 when Lugo played for the Devil Rays, the team took on the Yankees in the regular season opener. He was asked if the trip messed him up after he got back because the Yankees complained about having a tough time recovering from the long flight. Lugo jokingly replied "No not really, I felt good I catched up right away. But it screwed the team up the whole year." Lugo was obviously referencing to the horrible season the Devil Rays had that year.