I'm surprised they didn't give it to the veteran Beckett but Valentine is making the right call here.Jon Lester will start on Opening Day in Detroit.
The Red Sox made the announcement Monday morning in spring camp. Lester deserved the nod after registering a 3.53 ERA and 182/75 K/BB ratio in 191 2/3 innings last season. Josh Beckett will pitch Boston's home opener.