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Alex Cora disappointed in defense, 07/22/2022
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Meet the 2018 Red Sox - The Boston Globe
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Alex Cora can't trust his bullpen, and the Red Sox are going
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Red Sox stall after strong start vs. Twins
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Philadelphia Phillies winning with Trea Turner's turnaround
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Drafting 2021 World Series favorites
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