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Daily Red Sox Links: Rick Porcello, Xander Bogaerts, Rafael Devers

Today's links look at Xander Bogaerts' attempt to add more power, Rusney Castillo's attempt to get more comfortable in the majors, and MLB's attempt to cut down on low strikes.

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Rick Porcello was a much different pitcher down the stretch last season. Can he repeat that success in 2016? (Tim Britton; Providence Journal)

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Blake Swihart is, and should remain, a catcher

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The idea of moving Blake Swihart to a different position has existed since he was drafted. It's time for that idea to die, at least for a while.

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Xander Bogaerts is looking for an improvement in power this season, and will continue to look to David Ortiz for help. (Christopher Smith; Masslive)

Rusney Castillo is getting his first extended chance for the Red Sox, and is starting to feel more comfortable in his transition to the U.S. (Ricky Doyle; NESN)

The top third base prospects in baseball were released by MLB.com yesterday, and Rafael Devers just missed out on the top spot. (Mike Rosenbaum; RedSox.com)

With Wade Boggs getting inducted into the team Hall of Fame, let's look at some fun facts from his career. (Jake Devereaux; BP Boston)

MLB may be changing the strike zone to cut down on the plethora of low strike calls. (Boston Herald)

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