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Red Sox flex muscles, power past Rays 14-6 to even ALDS 1-1
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With a postseason vibe being felt at Fenway Park, Red Sox hang on
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Alex Verdugo makes history as Red Sox topple Dodgers
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Red Sox complete 3-game sweep of Blue Jays behind Verdugo's 9th
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Alex Verdugo among those in running for Red Sox leadoff spot
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Against the contending Twins, multiple Red Sox who need to step
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Alex Verdugo installed as Red Sox leadoff hitter
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Red Sox flex muscles, power past Rays 14-6 to even ALDS 1-1 - WTOP
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Germán, Calhoun, Torres lead Yankees over Red Sox 3-1
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