The Red Sox on Thursday afternoon finalized their roster for their American League Division Series against the Angels, choosing Brian Anderson as the final outfielder over Rocco Baldelli, who is suffering from a strained hip flexor.
The other reserve outfielder will be Joey Gathright, a speedster who could be called upon as a pinch runner in the late innings.
On Wednesday night, the Sox chose Paul Byrd over Manny Delcarmen for the final spot in Boston's ALDS bullpen. In total, the Red Sox will go into the series with 11 pitchers and 14 position players.
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