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Hector Velazquez example of why MLB cuts ties with Mexican League
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As Yankees Loom, the Red Sox Double Down on a Reliable Set of Arms
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Hector Velazquez, Boston Red Sox pitcher: President Donald Trump
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The 2018 Red Sox barely knew desperation. The 2019 team knows
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Boston now 17-2 on Mitch Moreland's grand slam
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Swihart wins it in 13th, then Red Sox get Kinsler from LAA
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Porcello pitches Red Sox past Berrios and Twins 2-0
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hector velazquez – Blogging the Red Sox
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Indians walk-off vs Red Sox in final home game
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Angels offseason tracker: Michael Lorenzen set to join team - Los
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Boston now 17-2 on Mitch Moreland's grand slam
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Sale remains winless as Tigers beat Red Sox in DH opener