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Red Sox closer options, making sense of the Jackie Bradley Jr
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Jackie Bradley Jr.
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Red Sox 25 in 25: Jackie Bradley, Jr.
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Red Sox' Jackie Bradley Jr. Makes Strong Debut - The New York Times
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Red Sox drop third straight in extra-innings loss to Blue Jays
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Red Sox release Jackie Bradley Jr.
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Red Sox offense comes alive in series finale
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Red Sox outfielder Jackie Bradley Jr. makes incredible throw to
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