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3 unusual facts about Futures at Fenway


Futures at Fenway

The brainchild of Boston mayor Thomas Menino, the inaugural Futures at Fenway in 2006 was believed to be the first minor-league game(s) played at Fenway since 1977, when the park hosted the Eastern League All-Star Game.

Spinners closing pitcher Joshua Papelbon, younger brother of Red Sox closer Jonathan Papelbon, received a large ovation when he entered the game in the 9th inning, and promptly retired the side to earn a save.

Will Middlebrooks' bases-loaded single in the 12th inning provided another dramatic victory for the Lowell Spinners, who once again beat the Hudson Valley Renegades in "walk-off" fashion.



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