Cody Ross isn't against remaining with the Red Sox, but if he is allowed to hit the free agent market he expects to test the waters.

"I'm absolutely open to talking and trying to get something done before the end of the year and before the exclusive period (where the Red Sox have sole negotiating rights until five days after the World Series)," Ross said, "but if I hit the free agent market I have to start listening."

In 118 games with the Red Sox, Ross is hitting .274 with an .839 OPS and 21 home runs.