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Article: Papelbon Makes a Speedy Arrival; Red Sox Rookie Nearly Unhittable
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- The Washington Post
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- July 28, 2006
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A beautiful gift fell from the sky this spring and landed at the
feet of the Boston Red Sox. It was so radiant, they didn't know what
to do with it at first. So precious, they have come to treat it with
exceptional care. So powerful, the mind races at what the future
could hold. For now, however, it is simply a gift that should be
shared with and enjoyed by the world. All behold, Jonathan Papelbon.
It is not every year -- or every decade, or even every
generation -- that produces a pitcher such as Papelbon, the Red
Sox' rookie closer. Since a serendipitous chain of events thrust him
into that demanding role in April, Papelbon has been almost
untouchable, allowing only three runs in 45 ...