FORT MYERS, Fla. - When J.D. Drew last took the field for the Red Sox, in the postseason in 2008, it seemed he had put his struggles with back stiffness behind him. After having played just twice since Aug. 17, Drew became a hero in the playoffs for the second straight year. But, once the season was over, Drew went ... (Full article: 969 words)

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