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Phillies Reportedly Seeking Sox' Swihart in Exchange for Hamels
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Former Red Sox pitcher Jon Lester pops up at Fenway to catch up
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Jon Lester Thankful To Red Sox Fans And Organization, Excited To
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Tigers legend Miguel Cabrera, on his way to 500 homers and 3,000
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Tigers legend Miguel Cabrera, on his way to 500 homers and 3,000
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May 19, 2008: Boston's Jon Lester no-hits Royals at Fenway Park
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History of the Boston Red Sox - Wikipedia
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Boston Red Sox pitcher Jon Lester turning a corner