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David Ortiz says it will be stupid if Red Sox don't sign Xander
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Drellich: Replacing David Ortiz? It's a tall task for Red Sox
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Replacing David Ortiz won't be easy for Red Sox – Boston Herald
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Fine: Red Sox can't be left out
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With David Ortiz in, who will be the next to sport a Red Sox hat
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Gallery: David Ortiz returns to Boston after Baseball Hall of Fame
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Red Sox slugger David Ortiz elected to Baseball Hall of Fame as
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Gallery: David Ortiz returns to Boston after Baseball Hall of Fame
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David Ortiz says it will be stupid if Red Sox don't sign Xander