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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 2007
Page
11
Boston ace Beckett overwhelmed the Rockies in Game 1 with a 97 mph fastball and four straight strikeouts to start the game. Dustin Pedroia homered, as Boston raced to a 13-1 win, extending Beckett’s postseason mastery and the Red Sox’ streak of consecutive series victories.
Boston groundskeeper Dave Mellor shapes the Fenway infield with 90-foot square logos and checkerboard patterns using mowers and hose spray. He adapts his craft after a near fatal accident redirected his path, later joining the Red Sox during the World Series era and forging a story through turf design.
Beckett delivered seven innings of two run ball with nine strikeouts as Boston built a 1-0 World Series lead over Colorado. He matched the game plan with a fastball mix and curve as Curt Schilling prepared to start Game 2 against rookie Ubaldo Jimenez, extending Boston’s postseason success in a stretch dating back to 1915-16. Colorado’s Francisco faltered early, surrendering three runs in the first inning before being knocked out after four.
Boston jumped ahead early as the Red Sox rout the Colorado Rockies 13 to 1 in Game One. Beckett struck out the first four Rockies, matching a rare Series opening feat, while Pedroia homered off Francis, continuing Boston’s hot start in October baseball. Colorado’s players hung their heads after a tough stumble.
Francona thanked Boston brethren including Belichick and DeFilippo as he prepared for the World Series opener with Colorado. Bud Selig attended a Buck O’Neil Lifetime Achievement Award ceremony at Fenway, honoring the Negro Leagues star. A 95 year old Michigan grandma of Clint Hurdle drew note, while 1,852 media credentials were issued for the World Series and Curt Schilling slated for Game 2.
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