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Daily Red Sox Links: Shane Victorino, Rick Porcello, David Ortiz

Today's links look at the battle for right field, Jackie Bradley Jr.'s mindset, and an unheralded low-level prospect.

By Matt_Collins
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Rob Bradford argues that Shane Victorino is the easy answer to Boston's right field question. (Rob Bradford; WEEI.com)

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Predicting the Red Sox' Opening Day roster

Ben Buchanan

With injuries hitting late in spring, there are likely some unexpected names making the trip to Philly for Opening Day.

Red Sox are smart not to rush Swihart

Matt_Collins

The acquisition of Sandy Leon should mean Blake Swihart will get plenty of time to develop in Pawtucket. The Red Sox will be thankful for that later.

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Predicting the Red Sox' Opening Day roster Red Sox are smart not to rush Swihart

Whoever they choose, the Red Sox should be happy with the result. (Michael Silverman; Boston Herald)

Is Rick Porcello the best bet to step up as the Red Sox ace? (Sean McAdam; CSN New England)

Despite last year's struggles, Jackie Bradley Jr. is staying positive. (Nick Cafardo; Boston Globe)

Because of the Red Sox being forced to play by inane National League rules to start the year, David Ortiz will work a little bit at first base this week. (Brian MacPherson; Providence Journal)

Matt Huegel has a really interesting profile of prospect Mauricio Dubon. (Matt Huegel; Sox Prospects)

Sandy Leon joined Boston yesterday, and the team was already asking him about the Nationals, an early season opponent. (Gordon Edes; ESPN Boston)

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