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Rays Manager Joe Maddon Impressed By Beckett

Boston Red Sox starter Josh Beckett (7-1) struck out seven players in six shut out innings to lead Boston to a 4-1 win over the Tampa Bay Devil Rays.

Rays manager Joe Maddon was very impressed with Beckett's performance in the game.

Via Associated Press

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Devil Rays Support Delmon Young Suspension

The Tampa Bay Devil Rays released the following statement to members of the media, including RealGM, on Tuesday.

"The Tampa Bay Devil Rays fully support the decision of International League President Randy Mobley to suspend Delmon Young for 50 games. We thank Randy for his thoroughness and professionalism during the inquiry. As stated before, we do not tolerate this type of conduct from anyone in the Devil Rays organization. During this investigation, the Rays worked closely with the Delmon and the International League on the community service component of Delmon?s suspension. The Devil Rays believe this is an integral part of Delmon?s suspension. We will work with Delmon to facilitate his community service in both St. Petersburg, FL and Durham, NC."

Via Press Release

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