RED SOX TAKE OVER 1ST PLACE

 
BOSTON - Josh Beckett allowed a run in six strong innings and the Red Sox won their 12th straight home game to take the AL East lead from Tampa Bay with a 5-1 win over the Rays last night. Beckett (6-4) left after throwing 92 pitches, allowing... (link)

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