From a pure free agency strategy, If we signed Ellbury and Salty, that 2 holes for Boston to fill also. I say don't resign Grandy put his money into Ellsbury and have a elite leadoff hitter who will benefit from 81 games in stadium. Also can steal at will, something Gardner can't do, However with Gardner hitting second, it would allow for great speed at top of order. Who cares about the lefty righty matchup if these are some of your best players. Salty adds another switchhitter with production. Win Win.