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Red Sox closer Jonathan Papelbon leaps into the arms of Kevin Youkilis after Youkilis scored the winning run in Game 5 of the ALCS. The Red Sox came back from a 7-0 deficit in the late innings to win Game 5. (Barry Chin/Globe Staff)
Red Sox closer Jonathan Papelbon leaps into the arms of Kevin Youkilis after Youkilis scored the winning run in Game 5 of the ALCS. The Red Sox came back from a 7-0 deficit in the late innings to win Game 5. (Barry Chin/Globe Staff)

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Red Sox first baseman Kevin Youkilis jumps into the arms of teammate Jed Lowrie after scoring the winning run in Game 5 of the ALCS. The Red Sox came back from a 7-0 deficit in the late innings to win Game 5. (Barry Chin/Globe Staff)
Red Sox first baseman Kevin Youkilis jumps into the arms of teammate Jed Lowrie after scoring the winning run in Game 5 of the ALCS. The Red Sox came back from a 7-0 deficit in the late innings to win Game 5. (Barry Chin/Globe Staff)

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Red Sox fans show their support for the team as they came back from a 7-0 deficit in the late innings to win Game 5. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)
Red Sox fans show their support for the team as they came back from a 7-0 deficit in the late innings to win Game 5. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)

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Red Sox first baseman Kevin Youkilis scores the winning run in Game 5 of the ALCS. The Red Sox came back from a 7-0 deficit in the late innings to win Game 5. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)
Red Sox first baseman Kevin Youkilis scores the winning run in Game 5 of the ALCS. The Red Sox came back from a 7-0 deficit in the late innings to win Game 5. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)

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Red Sox fans arise in the eighth inning of Game 5 of the ALCS. The Red Sox came back from a 7-0 deficit in the late innings to win Game 5. (Barry Chin/Globe Staff)
Red Sox arise in the eighth inning of Game 5 of the ALCS. The Red Sox came back from a 7-0 deficit in the late innings to win Game 5. (Barry Chin/Globe Staff)

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Jed Lowrie celebrates as he sees his game-winning single get through in Game 4 of the ALDS against the Angels.
Jed Lowrie celebrates as he sees his game-winning single get through in Game 4 of the ALDS against the Angels. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)

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Red Sox manager Terry Francona (right) pours champagne over the head of pitching coach John Farrell after Game 4 of the ALDS.
Red Sox manager Terry Francona (right) pours champagne over the head of pitching coach John Farrell after Game 4 of the ALDS. (John Bohn/Globe Staff)

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Red Sox players celebrate in the clubhouse after winning the ALDS at Fenway.
Red Sox players celebrate in the clubhouse after winning the ALDS at Fenway. (John Bohn/Globe Staff)

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Sox first baseman Kevin Youkilis gets sky-high as the celebration begins after Game 4 of the ALDS at Fenway.
Sox first baseman Kevin Youkilis gets sky-high as the celebration begins after Game 4 of the ALDS at Fenway. (Barry Chin/Globe Staff)

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Sox players, including Game 4 starter Jon Lester (top), celebrate the team's ALDS win over the Angels.
Sox players, including Game 4 starter Jon Lester (top), celebrate the team's ALDS win over the Angels. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)

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Red Sox outfielder Jason Bay slides past the tag of Angels catcher Mike Napoli for the winning run in Game 4 of the ALDS at Fenway.
Red Sox outfielder Jason Bay slides past the tag of Angels catcher Mike Napoli for the winning run in Game 4 of the ALDS at Fenway. (Barry Chin/Globe Staff)

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Red Sox players come together around Jed Lowrie after his series-clinching single in Game 4 of the ALDS against the Angels at Fenway.
Red Sox players come together around Jed Lowrie after his series-clinching single in Game 4 of the ALDS against the Angels at Fenway. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)

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Jason Bay jumps up after scoring the winning run in Game 4 of the ALDS against the Angels at Fenway.
Jason Bay jumps up after scoring the winning run in Game 4 of the ALDS against the Angels at Fenway. (Stan Grossfeld/Globe Staff)

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Dustin Pedroia makes a toss to first in Game 4 of the ALDS against the Angels at Fenway.
Dustin Pedroia makes a toss to first in Game 4 of the ALDS against the Angels at Fenway. (Stan Grossfeld/Globe Staff)

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Red Sox oufielders Jacoby Ellsbury (left) and Coco Crisp joke before Game 4 of the ALDS.
Red Sox oufielders Jacoby Ellsbury (left) and Coco Crisp joke before Game 4 of the ALDS. (Barry Chin/Globe Staff)

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Jonathan Papelbon is fired up about the last out of the Game 1 of the ALDS, a 4-1 Red Sox win.
Jonathan Papelbon is fired up about the last out of the Game 1 of the ALDS, a 4-1 Red Sox win. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)

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Jason Bay follows through on his two-run homer that put the Sox ahead, 2-1, in Game 1 of the ALDS against the Angels.
Jason Bay follows through on his two-run homer that put the Sox ahead, 2-1, in Game 1 of the ALDS against the Angels. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)

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Jon Lester deals in the first inning of Game 1 of the ALDS against the Angels.
Jon Lester deals in the first inning of Game 1 of the ALDS against the Angels. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)

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After the Red Sox clinched a playoff spot with a win against the Cleveland Indians, Jonathan Papelbon tore the third base bag from the ground and handed it to a fan.
After the Red Sox clinched a playoff spot with a win against the Cleveland Indians, Jonathan Papelbon tore the third base bag from the ground and handed it to a fan. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)

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Sean Casey sprays champagne in the Red Sox clubhouse, with Jonathan Papelbon howling in the backround at left. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)
Sean Casey sprays champagne in the Red Sox clubhouse, with Jonathan Papelbon howling in the backround at left. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)

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Jonathan Papelbon gets a champagne bath from teammate Jon Lester (left, not pitcured).
Jonathan Papelbon gets a champagne bath from teammate Jon Lester (left, not pitcured). (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)

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Jacoby Ellsbury makes a tremendous leaping catch in right field at Fenway.
Jacoby Ellsbury makes a tremendous leaping catch in right field at Fenway. (Stan Grossfeld/Globe Staff)

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A smiling David Ortiz gets ribbed by teammates and Red Sox manager Terry Francona as he returns to the dugout.
A smiling David Ortiz gets ribbed by Red Sox manager Terry Francona as he returns to the dugout. (John Bohn/Globe Staff)

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The meat of the Red Sox lineup -- David Ortiz and Dustin Pedroia -- congratulate each other after a win over the Orioles.
The meat of the Red Sox lineup -- David Ortiz and Dustin Pedroia -- congratulate each other after a win over the Orioles. (John Bohn/Globe Staff)

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Third baseman Jed Lowrie flips one across the diamond to nail a Baltimore runner.
Third baseman Jed Lowrie flips one across the diamond to nail a Baltimore runner. (Barry Chin/Globe Staff)

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Second baseman Dustin Pedroia has his eyes on an eventual double against the Baltimore Orioles.
Second baseman Dustin Pedroia has his eyes on an eventual double against the Baltimore Orioles. (John Bohn/Globe Staff)

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Red Sox Jason Varitek can't come up with this ball off the bat of Chicago's A.J. Pierzynski.
Red Sox Jason Varitek can't come up with this ball off the bat of Chicago's A.J. Pierzynski. (Barry Chin/Globe Staff)

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Red Sox hurler Josh Beckett is all smiles in the dugout during a game against the Chicago White Sox.
Red Sox hurler Josh Beckett is all smiles in the dugout during a game against the Chicago White Sox. (Barry Chin/Globe Staff)

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Red Sox sluggers Jason Bay, Sean Casey and David Ortiz share a light moment before a game against the Texas Rangers.
Red Sox sluggers Jason Bay, Sean Casey and David Ortiz share a light moment before a game against the Texas Rangers. (John Bohn/Globe Staff)

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Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia tees off against the Texas Rangers.
Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia tees off against the Texas Rangers. (John Bohn/Globe Staff)

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Red Sox shortstop Alex Cora dives for a ball against the Toronto Blue Jays.
Red Sox shortstop Alex Cora dives for a ball against the Toronto Blue Jays. (Matthew J. Lee/Globe Staff)

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Red Sox slugger Kevin Youkilis gets congratulated by Dustin Pedroia and David Ortiz after his three-run homer in the eighth inning against the Texas Rangers.
Red Sox slugger Kevin Youkilis gets congratulated by Dustin Pedroia and David Ortiz after his three-run homer in the eighth inning against the Texas Rangers. (John Bohn/Globe Staff)

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Red Sox slugger and third baseman Mike Lowell connects on a grand slam against the Kansas City Royals.
Red Sox slugger and third baseman Mike Lowell connects on a grand slam against the Kansas City Royals. (John Bohn/Globe Staff)

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Red Sox starting pitcher Daisuke Matsuzaka throws to Royals outfielder David DeJesus (9) during the first inning.
Red Sox starting pitcher Daisuke Matsuzaka throws to Royals outfielder David DeJesus (9) during the first inning. (John Bohn/Globe Staff)

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Red Sox starting pitcher Bartolo Colon throws to first base during the third inning.
Red Sox starting pitcher Bartolo Colon throws to first base during the third inning. (John Bohn/Globe Staff)

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Jon Lester celebrates after his incredible no-hitter against the Kansas City Royals.
Jon Lester celebrates after his incredible no-hitter against the Kansas City Royals. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)

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As Jon Lester salutes the crowd, Wally the Green Monster revels in the magic of Lester's no-hitter against the Kansas City Royals.
As Jon Lester salutes the crowd, Wally the Green Monster revels in the magic of Lester's no-hitter against the Kansas City Royals. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)

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Sox starter Jon Lester fires a pitch against the Kansas City Royals.
Sox starter Jon Lester fires a pitch against the Kansas City Royals. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)

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Jonathan Papelbon roars his approval after Dustin Pedroia made a sensational diving play to save a run in the ninth inning against the Toronto Blue Jays.
Jonathan Papelbon roars his approval after Dustin Pedroia made a sensational diving play to save a run in the ninth inning against the Toronto Blue Jays. (Winslow Townson/Globe Staff)

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Red Sox hurler Jon Lester delivers against the Toronto Blue Jays.
Red Sox hurler Jon Lester delivers against the Toronto Blue Jays. (Winslow Townson/Globe Staff)

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Kevin Youkilis is fired up after his game-winning hit against the Toronto Blue Jays.
Kevin Youkilis is fired up after his game-winning hit against the Toronto Blue Jays. (Winslow Townson/Globe Staff)

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It's hard to tell what's brighter, David Ortiz's World Series rings or his smile.
It's hard to tell what's brighter, David Ortiz's World Series rings or his smile. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)

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David Ortiz showed off his World Series rings from 2004 and 2007, much to the delight of the crowd (and Jonathan Papelbon).
David Ortiz showed off his World Series rings from 2004 and 2007, much to the delight of the crowd (and Jonathan Papelbon). (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)

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The 2007 World Series championship banner was unfurled over the 2004 title banner on the Green Monster at the Red Sox' home opener.
The 2007 World Series championship banner was unfurled over the 2004 title banner on the Green Monster at the Red Sox' home opener. (John Tlumacki/Globe Staff)

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It was an emotional return to Fenway Park for Bill Buckner, who threw out the first pitch at the Sox's 2008 home opener.
It was an emotional return to Fenway Park for Bill Buckner, who threw out the first pitch at the Sox's 2008 home opener. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)

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Manny Ramirez headed for home after a throwing error by Placido Polanco scored him following his triple to center field.
Manny Ramirez headed for home after a throwing error by Placido Polanco scored him following his triple to center field. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)

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Daisuke Matsuzaka fires a pitch in his sensational outing in the Red Sox's home opener against the Detroit Tigers.
Daisuke Matsuzaka fires a pitch in his sensational outing in the Red Sox's home opener against the Detroit Tigers. (Stan Grossfeld/Globe Staff)

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Red Sox relievers Manny Delcarmen, Hideki Okajima and Jonathan Papelbon examine their 2007 World Series rings.
Red Sox relievers Manny Delcarmen, Hideki Okajima and Jonathan Papelbon examine their 2007 World Series rings. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)

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A feast for champions: trophies from Boston title teams past and present were on display at Fenway Park on Opening Day.
A feast for champions: trophies from Boston title teams past and present were on display at Fenway Park on Opening Day. (Barry Chin/Globe Staff)

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Red Sox legend and fan favorite Johnny Pesky acknowledges the crowd on Opening Day 2008.
Red Sox legend and fan favorite Johnny Pesky acknowledges the crowd on Opening Day 2008. (Stan Grossfeld/Globe Staff)

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It's not just about speed with Jacoby Ellsbury.  Check out this leaping catch he made against the Oakland Athletics in the Tokyo Dome. (Barry Chin/Globe Staff)
It's not just about speed with Jacoby Ellsbury. Check out this leaping catch he made against the Oakland Athletics in the Tokyo Dome. (Barry Chin/Globe Staff)

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Wally the Green Monster made the trek from Boston to catch the Sox's games in the Tokyo Dome. (Barry Chin/Globe Staff)
Wally the Green Monster made the trek from Boston to catch the Sox's games in the Tokyo Dome. (Barry Chin/Globe Staff)

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Daisuke Matsuzaka wheels and deals against the Oakland Athletics in the Tokyo Dome. (Barry Chin/Globe Staff)
Daisuke Matsuzaka wheels and deals against the Oakland Athletics in the Tokyo Dome. (Barry Chin/Globe Staff)

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Manny Ramirez grins and points toward the dugout after driving in the winning run against the Oakland Athletics. (Barry Chin/Globe Staff)
Manny Ramirez grins and points toward the dugout after driving in the winning run against the Oakland Athletics. (Barry Chin/Globe Staff)

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Manny being...Pedroia?  It looks like Manny Ramirez is trying out his skills at second base.  (Seriously, though, he'll play left field.) (Barry Chin/Globe Staff)
Manny being...Pedroia? It looks like Manny Ramirez is trying out his skills at second base. (Seriously, though, he'll play left field.) (Barry Chin/Globe Staff)

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Sox starter Tim Wakefield delivers his signature knuckleball in an exhibition against the Yomiuri Giants.  (Barry Chin/Globe Staff)
Sox starter Tim Wakefield delivers his signature knuckleball in an exhibition against the Yomiuri Giants. (Barry Chin/Globe Staff)

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Right fielder J.D. Drew smokes a grand slam against the Yomiuri Giants. (Barry Chin/Globe Staff)
Right fielder J.D. Drew smokes a grand slam against the Yomiuri Giants. (Barry Chin/Globe Staff)

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Jonathan Papelbon fires a fastball towards home plate in Japan. (Barry Chin/Globe Staff)
Jonathan Papelbon fires a fastball towards home plate in Japan. (Barry Chin/Globe Staff)

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Ace Josh Beckett unleashes a fastball against Boston College. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)
Ace Josh Beckett unleashes a fastball against Boston College. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)

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Closer Jonathan Papelbon had an intense look as he fired a pitch during his first live batting practice session of Spring Training. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)
Closer Jonathan Papelbon had an intense look as he fired a pitch during his first live batting practice session of Spring Training. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)

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Red Sox catcher and captain Jason Varitek (33) ducks under a palm tree as he signs autographs for a crowd of fans after a spring training workout. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)
Red Sox catcher and captain Jason Varitek (33) ducks under a palm tree as he signs autographs for a crowd of fans after a spring training workout. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)

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Under deep blue skies with a temperature in the low 80s, Red Sox third baseman Mike Lowell signs some autographs for fans as he comes off the field following a spring training workout. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)
Under deep blue skies with a temperature in the low 80s, Red Sox third baseman Mike Lowell signs some autographs for fans as he comes off the field following a spring training workout. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)

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Red Sox manager Terry Francona yucks it up with first baseman Sean Casey. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)
Red Sox manager Terry Francona yucks it up with first baseman Sean Casey. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)

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Pitcher Daisuke Matsuzaka caught a few passes from pitching coach John Farrell. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)
Pitcher Daisuke Matsuzaka caught a few passes from pitching coach John Farrell. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)

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Pitcher Mike Timlin threw under a deep blue sky in advance of the first official workout of Spring Training. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)
Pitcher Mike Timlin threw under a deep blue sky in advance of the first official workout of Spring Training. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)

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Catcher Kevin Cash performed drills with a tiny catcher's mitt, used to train the backstop's hands behind the plate.  (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)
Catcher Kevin Cash performed drills with a tiny catcher's mitt, used to train the backstop's hands behind the plate. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)

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First baseman Kevin Youkilis, reigning American League Gold Glove winner, worked around the bag as Brandon Moss (left) and Chris Carter looked on.  (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)
First baseman Kevin Youkilis, reigning American League Gold Glove winner, worked around the bag as Brandon Moss (left) and Chris Carter looked on. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)

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Red Sox center fielder Coco Crisp got into his car at the team's minor league facility in Ft. Myers.  (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)
Red Sox center fielder Coco Crisp got into his car at the team's minor league facility in Ft. Myers. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)

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Manager Terry Francona keeps his eye on the (rubber) ball as he hits hard shots at one of his pitchers during a comebacker drill. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)
Manager Terry Francona keeps his eye on the (rubber) ball as he hits hard shots at one of his pitchers during a comebacker drill. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)

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  Red Sox outfielder J.D. Drew (7) and hitting coach Dave Magadan chatted behind a batting cage during a workout in Fort Myers. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)
Red Sox outfielder J.D. Drew (7) and hitting coach Dave Magadan chatted behind a batting cage during a workout in Fort Myers. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff)

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