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4 things to know about Eric Hosmer, new Red Sox first baseman
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Red Sox release Eric Hosmer, making him a free agent
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Red Sox designate Eric Hosmer for assignment
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Eric Hosmer DFA is latest questionable Red Sox roster decision
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Red Sox designate former All-Star Eric Hosmer for assignment
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Here are the pros and cons of the Red Sox's trade deadline deals
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Eric Hosmer's Fenway stats make Red Sox trade look even better
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Red Sox Release Eric Hosmer - MLB Trade Rumors
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Watch: Eric Hosmer comes up clutch for Red Sox with first hit
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Red Sox DFA Eric Hosmer After Completing Trade With Royals
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Red Sox designate Hosmer for assignment
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Red Sox DFA Eric Hosmer with three years left on contract, pick up Royals pitcher Wyatt Mills