Cancer survivor Lester throws no-hitter vs Royals

 
Jon Lester has survived cancer and pitched a World Series clincher for the Boston Red Sox. Now he can add a no-hitter to his already amazing list of accomplishments. [link]

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Congratulations to Jon Lester for no-hitting the Kansas City Royals!
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