The transition to the American League East can be a big one for a player, especially for a closer who's forced to take the mound in the ninth inning of pressure-packed games. But Andrew Bailey has been successful against the AL East in the past, converting all 21 of his save opportunities against the Yankees, Rays, Orioles and Blue Jays. With plenty of confidence to go with that track record, the new Red Sox closer is ready to tackle the upcoming season. NESN's Tom Caron caught up with Bailey at the team's spring training facility on Sunday, and Bailey discussed...
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