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Boston Red Sox pitcher Chris Sale suffers fractured left pinkie on
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The Red Sox are off to a strong start, but a playoff spot is not a given
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Chris Sale pitched well in his return, even though the Red Sox
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Red Sox Notes: Boston 'Excited' For Long-Awaited Return Of Chris Sale
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Detroit Tigers stumped by Chris Sale, Red Sox in 5-2 loss: Game
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Chris Sale retires 1st 14 batters in return from injury, Red Sox
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Chris Sale has rib cage injury
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Red Sox take care of Tigers in Chris Sale's return
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Chris Sale practically perfect in first game back from injury, Sox