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October 25, 2007

IN-GAME TIDBIT: Comparing the center fielders

Journal photo / Bob Breidenbach
BY SEAN McADAM
Journal Sports Writer

BOSTON -- Jacoby Ellsbury got his fourth straight start last night in center field, but Francona has had a practice of inserting Coco Crisp in the late innings as a defensive replacement, believing that Crisp is still the superior defender, thanks to his experience.

''Ellsbury is very, very athletic,'' said Francona. ''He's at a point where he can outrun his . . . I don't want to say mistakes . . . but maybe his lack of knowledge of the hitters. Coco is pretty polished, with the same amount of speed.''

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What, no mention of Ellsbury getting the entire nation a free taco with his stolen base last night? I know the ProJo has no stake in it but with Fox' shameless promotion of it, maybe the newspaper can get a few advertising bucks out of the deal as well!

Thom Cahir | October 26, 2007 1:28 PM link