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Red Sox release Jackie Bradley Jr., ending OF's second stint in Boston: 'We had to go in a different direction
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From his first days, Jackie Bradley Jr. has been a Red Sox leader
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Jackie Bradley Jr. signs with Blue Jays after being released by
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Red Sox tender a contract to Jackie Bradley Jr. - The Boston Globe
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Jackie Bradley Jr. is released by the Red Sox - The Boston Globe
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Former Red Sox CF Jackie Bradley Jr. Reportedly Signs Blue Jays
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Boston Red Sox blitzed early by Yankees in 12-5 blowout loss
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Minutes before lockout, Red Sox bring back Jackie Bradley Jr. in
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Red Sox lose Jacoby Ellsbury
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Red Sox: Jackie Bradley Jr. saves best for season's end