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Varitek, Lugo in lineup; Manny out

CINCINNATI -- Jason Varitek, who missed the last three games because of strep throat, is back in the starting lineup on Sunday. He still looks a bit under the weather and a bit thinner, but he will be catching Josh Beckett.

Shortstop Julio Lugo, who missed Saturday's game because of an upset stomach, is back in the starting lineup as well.

Manny Ramirez, still nursing a tight right hamstring, is not able to play left field. Manager Terry Francona is hopeful Ramirez will be able to start Monday night in the opener of a three-game series in Philadelphia.

-- STEVEN KRASNER

Posted by Steven Krasner  at 10:51 AM | Permalink