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MLB: Boston 5, Oakland 2

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Published: July 7, 2009 at 11:28 PM

BOSTON, July 7 (UPI) -- Jason Varitek knocked in a pair of runs, and Jason Bay homered and scored twice, Tuesday to power the Boston Red Sox' 5-2 win over Oakland.

Josh Beckett (10-3) got the victory by holding the Athletics to two runs on six hits over 6 2/3 innings. Jonathan Papelbon got the final three outs for his 21st save.

Scott Hairston homered and Adam Kennedy drove in the other run for the Athletics.

Dana Eveland (1-3) took the loss after giving up four runs on six hits in 2 2/3 innings.

Topics: Adam Kennedy, Dana Eveland, Jason Varitek, Jonathan Papelbon, Josh Beckett, Scott Hairston
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