Papi: One Year Not An 'Option'

Papi: One Year Not An 'Option'

In an extensive interview with WEEI's Rob Bradford, David Ortiz made it plain that he does not want the Red Sox to pick-up his one-year, $12.5 million option. Instead, he wants a multi-year deal that may push this scenario to the brink if the Sox balk at signing the soon-to-be 35-year old beyond 2012. Papi's sense of frustration is patently evident and does not bode well for an easy resolution. Stay tuned!