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Red Sox Recap: Rusney Castillo Brings The Cuban Heat

Sometimes, when you want to wear shades, you got to bring the sun to you. That’s what Boston Red Sox outfielder Rusney Castillo did, last night, in the 8 o’clock start against the Chicago White Sox.

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Earlier this season, Castillo looked like a bust. The Cuban prospect was paid a boatload of money to come to Boston and play center field. Instead, he spent 40 games in Triple-A Pawtucket to try to find his batting stroke. Now with the big club, playing right field alongside fellow youngster Mookie Betts in center, Castillo has finally been showing his true worth.