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Yoan Moncada, to uncommon fanfare, makes pro debut in Greenville

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BOSTON -- Yoan Moncada, the 19-year-old Cuban called one of the best players his age in the world by Red Sox GM Ben Cherington, said upon his signing by the Red Sox that he hoped to reach the major leagues in a year.