Its MIller Time

The news out of Fort Myers a year ago was far from uplifting, but what a difference a year makes. Last March, Sox fans were bemoaning the fact that Trot's back was acting up, Nomar had frayed his ankle and Billy Mueller was nursing a sore knee. This year, we are hearing reports that Trot feels great, Matt Mantei is throwing gas and Wade Miller is way ahead of schedule. I like the reversal of fortune, even if it is only February 25th.

It was reported today that Miller was playing long toss at 180 feet for the second consecutive day. Wade is trying to build arm strength in advance off throwing off the mound and things appear to be going very well. Miller is now expected to toe the rubber next week. It is probably premature to get too excited, but Miller seems to be on a much accelerated schedule. Who knows if this guy is going to be back to his 2003-self by opening day, but at least their is room for hope. If that Miller is available come early April, the Sox will be back in the Arms race.