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By MARC TOPKIN, Times Staff Writer
Published September 10, 2007
Red Sox Tonight-Wednesday What's new: Despite some injuries and inconsistencies, the Sox continue to have the best record in baseball for a reason, primarily a patient offense that wears down pitchers, a strong rotation and the majors' best bullpen. Plus, they may soon get back LF Manny Ramirez, who has missed 11 games with a strained left oblique, and RHP Eric Gagne, who has been out two weeks with shoulder soreness. Key stat: Since Sox closer Jonathan Papelbon allowed a homer to Jonny Gomes on July 28, hitters are 2-for-49 against him, and he has retired 19 of his past 20. Who's hot: DH David Ortiz has been carrying the load with a .357 (30-for-84) average in his past 23 games and seven homers and 18 RBIs in his past 16. Who's not: 1B Kevin Youkilis has a .233 average (47-for-202) in his past 58 games. Connections: Sox backup C Kevin Cash and SS Julio Lugo are ex-Rays, hitting coach Dave Magadan a Tampa product; Rays 1B Carlos Pena played briefly for Boston last season. Series history: The Sox lead 9-3 this season, 60-21 at Fenway (including 5-1 this season) and 107-56 overall.
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by Charlie
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09/10/07 02:45 PM
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They will now have to deal with a born again team and they better be doing the praying. Meet the SPOILERS
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