The Boston Red Sox are bringing back former general manager Theo Epstein.
The 50-year-old served as the general manager and vice president of the Red Sox for nine seasons from 2002-10, helping guide the franchise to a pair of World Series titles.
Epstein was credited with making the bold decision to deal All-Star shortstop Nomar Garciaparra at the 2004 trade deadline, a move that eventually played a part in the team winning the…