This isn't exactly how Will Middlebrooks saw the 2012 season playing out. The Red Sox rookie third baseman wasn't sure how much time he'd spend in the major leagues, if he'd make it there at all after being slated to start the season down in Pawtucket. However, when Kevin Youkilis went down early in the season with an injury, the club turned to Middlebrooks to fill the hole at third base. That was the start of a fun ride for Middlebrooks. After being called up from Triple-A, Middlebrooks put on a show forcing the organization's hand. The club eventually dealt...
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