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Ex-Yankee Joba Chamberlain goes off on Kevin Youkilis as player he disliked most: ‘Can go fly a kite’
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Ex-Yankee Joba Chamberlain goes off on Kevin Youkilis as player he disliked most: ‘Can go fly a kite’

  • Chamberlain said Kevin Youkilis was the player he disliked most during his career.
  • The dislike stemmed from early encounters, including fastballs up near Youkilis’ head in 2007.
  • Their on-field run-ins included a home-plate collision in 2008.
  • Chamberlain said the tension persisted despite later becoming teammates with Youkilis in 2013.
  • Chamberlain claimed there was nothing between them publicly, despite past clashes.
  • Youkilis’ 2013 Yankees contract was brief due to back surgery.
  • Chamberlain described how the earlier tension affected perceptions of Youkilis.
  • Chamberlain noted the 2013 reunion as teammates but acknowledged past drama lingered.
  • Youkilis’ injury history and limited 2013 season framed the later narrative of their time together.
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Red Sox All-21st Century Team: Boston’s best from the last 25 years
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Red Sox All-21st Century Team: Boston’s best from the last 25 years

  • The Red Sox assembled a 26-man roster of the franchise’s best players since 2000, with a full lineup, bench, and pitching staff.
  • David Ortiz leads the era’s impact, highlighted for seven Silver Sluggers and a club-record 52.5 WAR among position players.
  • Pedro Martinez is noted for his dominant 2000 season and 2.53 ERA across five 21st-century campaigns with Boston.
  • Jon Lester is highlighted as a homegrown star with two World Series titles and strong postseason credentials.
  • The bullpen features elite closers such as Jonathan Papelbon and Koji Uehara with historic save totals.
  • Mookie Betts is recognized for an MVP season and a 2018 World Series title despite a short Boston tenure.
  • The article notes specific World Series championships (2004, 2007, 2013) as defining the era.
  • The selection includes notable catchers like Jason Varitek and Christian Vazquez for their franchise longevity.
  • Pedro Martinez and the pitching staff are highlighted for their dominance and postseason impact.
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