I don't subscribe to the notion that because the 2005 team struggled in the latter half of the season and picked it up right before the postseason and were dominant in the playoffs that this team will do the same but all the same I get what the OP is trying to say. What I find frustrating is that the Sox lineup on paper is too good to be having these lackluster offensive performances, especially having a couple of our big bats back in the lineup. Hopefully it's them still getting their rhythm back and a few guys needing rest, fortunately the Indians and the rest of the Central aren't really a threat and since TLR is already making it a priority of resting guys, that strategy will pan out later this year. I have my qualms about LaRussa but he has a proven record of being able to manage championship teams, hopefully he can retire as world series winning manager for the first franchise he managed for.