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Series preview: Boston Red Sox at Toronto Blue Jays

ROGERS CENTRE Monday to Wednesday TV: Sportsnet Radio: Sportsnet 590 The FAN PROBABLES Monday, 7 p.m. LH Drew Pomeranz (13-4, 3.18) vs. RH Marcus Stroman (11-6, 3.17) Tuesday, 7 p.m. LH Chris Sale (14-6, 2.88) vs. TBA Wednesday, 7 p.m. RH Rick Porcello (8-15, 4.75) vs. TBA KEY PLAYERS Mookie Betts vs