Boston wanted to put Mookie Betts power to better use, and he homered three times Sunday.
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Tavarez provides pop for Sea Dogs
Aneury Tavarez homers twice and Danny Bethea also drives in two runs in a 5-3 win over Akron.
On Baseball: With trade deadline past, let’s look at the future for Red Sox
With a core of young stars and more on the way, Boston should be a contender for years to come.
On Baseball: Sox won’t sacrifice top prospects for starting pitching
The bullpen and bench have been strengthened, and the search for a starter goes on.
On Baseball: Red Sox have offense to contend, but not pitching
Boston needs help in both the bullpen and rotation.
On Baseball: Ortiz leads, youngsters follow
Big Papi is enjoying a stellar retirement season, and he’s getting plenty of help from rising stars.
Furbush trying to stay patient as he mends
South Portland native Charlie Furbush has not been able to pitch since March 7 for the Seattle Mariners as he recovers from tightness in his triceps muscle.