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Daily Red Sox Links: Rick Porcello, Carson Smith, Christian Vazquez

Today's links look at Hanley Ramirez beginning first base drills, Brock Holt's potential slate of at bats, and the possibility of adding more relief arms.

By Matt_Collins
Mark L. Baer-USA TODAY Sports

Most of the focus on Rick Porcello's repertoire lies with his sinker, but he's concentrating on his curveball this spring. (Brian MacPherson; Providence Journal)

The Hanley Ramirez first base experiment has officially begun. (Rob Bradford; WEEI)

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John Farrell expects to manage with a stronger sense of urgency in 2016. (Peter Abraham; Boston Globe)

Carson Smith was outstanding last year, and he succeeded in a unique way. (Matt Collins; BP Boston)

Though he doesn't have a starting job, Brock Holt will get plenty of at bats this year. (Rick Weber; ESPN Boston)

Pablo Sandoval is going to switch hit this season. (Jason Mastrodonato; Boston Herald)

Reports say that Christian Vazquez is ahead of schedule in his rehab from Tommy John surgery. (Jen McCaffrey; Masslive)

Carlos Marmol has already been brought to camp, but the Red Sox may not be done adding bullpen depth. (Sean McAdam; CSN New England)

Joe Kelly didn't report to camp with the rest of the pitchers and catchers, but he had a good excuse. (Meagan McGinnes; Boston.com)

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