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IN-GAME UPDATES: Credit where it's due

BY SEAN McADAM
Journal Sports Writer

BOSTON -- When the Red Sox fizzled offensively during the regular season, their was some criticism aimed at Dave Magadan, serving in his first season as the team's hitting instructor after replacing the popular Ron Jackson.

But now that the Sox are on a historic roll, scoring in double figures for the last three games and hitting a collective .316 for the post-season, Magadan is being cited as one of the factors.

''Never, ever did I feel Dave Magadan was fault,'' said manager Terry Francona. ''Now, when things are going good, I'm glad to see him mentioned. He's had a really big impact on how the guys prepare. He words his (tail) off. So now that we're having some success, I'm glad people are bringing his name up.''

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