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Holmes: Worst to first, and Sox' best is still to come
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World Series: Red Sox Outmaneuver Dodgers, and Finally Outdistance Them - The New York Times
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Band of bearded brothers leads Red Sox to Series - ESPN
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The Red Sox, for all the streakiness, are proving exactly who we thought they were
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MLB magic numbers: Cubs, Astros in wild-card spots by whisker; Yankees toast (9/25/23)
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Chronicling the 2023 Cleveland Guardians' bullpen meltdowns - The Athletic
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Red Sox bucking new-school trends during resurgent 2021 season
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Red Sox beat Yankees in AL wild card, advance to ALDS
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Twins lose ALDS Game 3 2023
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Photos: Red Sox defeat Orioles