Portland Press Herald: Tom Caron: Sports Columnist

TOM CARONGo ahead, feel free to utter the word: repeat
The Red Sox will try to be the first team to win back-to-back championships since the Yankees in 1999-2000.

[March 25, 2008]

TOM CARONMirabelli move proof Epstein won't knuckle under
Sentimentality isn't part of the decision-making process for Theo Epstein and the Red Sox.

[March 18, 2008]

TOM CARONNo Beckett in opener? No problem
The Red Sox will do what's best for their ace's long-term health.

[March 11, 2008]

TOM CARONIt's a new ballgame in AL East
For now, the Yankees will be chasing the Red Sox for a change.

[March 4, 2008]

TOM CARONGood deal, for both sides, too
Terry Francona deserves his lucrative new deal from the Red Sox.

[February 26, 2008]

TOM CARONRed Sox opt for rest and rehab instead of surgery for Schilling
Boston hopes the pitcher will be back for the playoffs, at least.

[February 12, 2008]

TOM CARONPats' loss offers bitter reminder
We were getting used to New England teams winning the big
games.

[February 5, 2008]

TOM CARONGiants present haunting reflection of 2001 Pats
The Patriots were big underdogs to the Rams in that Super Bowl.

[January 29, 2008]

TOM CARONA dash of youth adds to the mix
The Red Sox help their top prospects get ready for the next step.

[January 22, 2008]

TOM CARONLet's face it, Chargers aren't the Colts
We're going to miss that Tom Brady-Peyton Manning showdown.

[January 15, 2008]

TOM CARONSox wish list? It's pretty slim
A backup catcher and a couple of relief pitchers are about all that's
needed as spring traing approaches.

[January 8, 2008]

Hold on a minute ... Rice belongs in Hall
Jim Rice is running out of chances to make the Hall of Fame, but
this year might be his best chance.

[January 1, 2008]

TOM CARONMitchell's report must spur action
Baseball officials must be willing to address the concerns raised in
the Mitchell Report

[December 18, 2007]

TOM CARONRed Sox have right man for the job
Terry Francona's personality is perfectly suited for the Boston
spotlight.

[December 11, 2007]

TOM CARONSox fans can rest easy, Theo is always in control
Count on Boston GM Theo Epstein to make the right offseason
moves.

[December 4, 2007]

TOM CARONBig Papi offers plenty both on and off the field
The Red Sox star is helping his native Dominican Republic recover
from a devastating storm.

[November 27, 2007]

The right ingredients
With Moss, Ortiz and Garnett, save a thank you for Minnesota

[November 20, 2007]

TOM CARONLarger than a giant when it comes to heart
Dustin Pedroia had a lot to prove, and he did.

[November 13, 2007]

TOM CARONRed Sox have few holes to fill this offseason
Signing free-agent third baseman Mike Lowell is Boston's top
priority this offseason.

[November 6, 2007]

Tom CaronIt can be tough to keep rolling when you spend time sitting
The onced red-hot Rockies have been idle for a good long time.

[October 23, 2007]

TOM CARONPitching is set, and it's in stone
Terry Francona is leaving himself open to second-guessing by
starting Tim Wakefield - and not Josh Beckett - in Game 4 of the
ALCS.

[October 16, 2007]

TOM CARONOrtiz, Manny, and that was enough
When the heart of the lineup is on, the Red Sox are hard to beat.

[October 9, 2007]

TOM CARONPredictions aside, Angels offer formidable challenge

[October 2, 2007]

TOM CARONA postseason berth in hand, the Red Sox still aren't fulfilled
The Red Sox still have something to play for in the final week of
the regular season �- a division title

[September 25, 2007]

TOM CARONEnjoy it now while the sports world revolves around Boston
This is a great time to be a sports fans in Boston, and make sure
you enjoy it while you can.

[September 18, 2007]

Tom CaronAs Red Sox make their run, Beckett's still in the running
Josh Beckett is a strong candidate for the Cy Young Award.

[September 11, 2007]

TOM CARONNew approach provides boost to Red Sox prospects
The Red Sox have a lot of young, home-grown talent in Boston or
on the way.

[September 4, 2007]

Nobody's pushing the panic button, not with the Sox on a roll
Fans can relax a little as Boston heads to New York with an eight-
game lead in the AL East.

[August 28, 2007]

TOM CARONWakefield closing in on his goal
Tim Wakefield is two wins away from his career high, but more
importantly, the Red Sox have a chance to earn their first division
title since 1995.

[August 21, 2007]

Tom Caron is graduate of Lewiston High School whose broadcasting resume includes five years as the weekend sports anchor at WGME-TV in Portland. He also spent two years as the play-by-play announcer for the Portland Pirates. Since 1995, Caron has worked for the New England Sports Network, where he served as the host of the network's Boston Bruins telecasts for several years. Since 2004, he has been the studio host of NESN's Boston Red Sox telecasts.