James Shields allowed four runs over seven-plus innings in a loss to the Red Sox on Friday night. Shields didn't look long for this game early on, but he managed to pitch into the eighth inning before getting pulled. All told, he allowed seven hits (including a go-ahead solo home run by Mike Aviles) while striking out four, walking three and throwing two wild pitches. This was his first loss since August 16. With every game a must-win, he'll try to bounce back next week against the Yankees.