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Article: AL DIVISION SERIES; Series matchups; Boston Red Sox vs. Anaheim Angels.(Sports)
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- The Boston Herald
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- October 5, 2004
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Byline: TONY MASSAROTTI
ANAHEIM, Calif. - Here is the problem with baseball matchups: Starting pitchers do not face each other as much as they oppose enemy hitters. The bullpens often square off against the benches, and when was the last time you saw two left fielders duel with the game on the line?
Baseball is a game of individual achievement, but the most successful teams are the ones whose players most effectively complement one another. At this stage of the season, the remaining teams all have that characteristic, which is part of the reason they have earned the right to play for the World Series championship.
The key to success in the Red ...