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vs. RED SOX, 4/08 (Fenway Park Opener)


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Casilla's approach definetly looks better in the at-bats I've seen. Has Flaherty even gotten on base yet?

Can't believe you guys are ripping on Flaherty so much. He was ripping balls all spring, and this is his 3RD game! Give the guy a chance. Even GREAT hitters don't start off hot.

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I really can't stand Clay Buchholtz. Dude getting close calls on strikes and then whining when he doesnt. I really wish we could make him pay for the walks. THAT'S whats cares me about the past 2 games. We werent hitting into double plays much- and were actually pretty hot at the plate- and handed the games away. Now, as the bats cool down... ehhh... ending vent now. Gotta grit some tough wins out- and stomp on the Red Sox. I really dont want them getting confidence early. If I ever have to hear Bobby Valentine say "I told you so" I'll puke.

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