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Sox Post-Ortiz Formula Still Working

June 4, 2008 – 10:51 pm

And on the second night of the Papi-less part of the 2008 Red Sox season, the formula of good starting pitching and improved bullpen work continues to result in wins.
All three of the key setup pitchers - Delcarmen, Hansen, and Okajima - pitched scoreless innings.  If there is anything to pick on, its that Beckett [...]

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Previewing 2008: The Bullpen

March 31, 2008 – 12:08 pm

Don’t expect Hideki Okajima to repeat his 2007 season. He’ll be solid, but last year he came out of nowhere to be lights out. Hitters will adjust this season and how Okie adjusts will determine his success this year. I expect him be a solid contributor and setup man to Papelbon, but [...]

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