At this point last season, J.D. Drew did not know what the stiffness at the base of his back would mean for his season. On Aug. 18, 2008, Drew missed his first game because of the twinge he felt. He waited nine days before the Red Sox placed him on the disabled list, and he didn’t play again ... (Full article: 648 words)

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