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Manny: Al Gore Saved Our Season!
Boston - In July, after a long heart-to-heart talk with former vice-president Al Gore, Manny Ramirez, Boston's all-star left fielder, announced a commitment to a carbon neutral lifestyle and informed the Red Sox that he would bike to the team's remaining games. The decision prompted many to predict a disastrous outcome. Boy, were they were wrong. Read more...