It is believed Scott Boras is seeking an annual salary in the $14-15 million range for Daisuke Matsuzaka, while the Sox have countered in the neighborhood of $7-9 million. A deal must be finalized by midnight Thursday. MLB officials have repeatedly said no extensions will be granted. ?From the looks of it, (Boston?s) only chance may be if (Matsuzaka) stands up to Boras,? another GM offered Sunday night.