Pauley optioned, Bailey promoted

Yahoo reports: The Red Sox recalled first baseman-outfielder Jeff Bailey from Triple-A Pawtucket after the game and returned RHP David Pauley, who had been called up before the game.

Yesterday, we thought we might see Pauley get a start over Clay Buchholz, but it appears he was simply called up to help a tired bullpen last night.

The Sox didn't need him and they swapped him out with Bailey after the game. With Casey ready and able to fill in at 1B, I have to assume Bailey's main job function will be to spell Jason bay and JD Drew in the out field...

Bottom Line: It sure is nice to have your farm system just 45 minutes down RT 95...