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My name is Owen Morgan, and I am the author of The Green Monster Chronicles. This is my first-ever blog, and I am so excited to get started. I am a Red Sox fanatic! My Red Sox fandom began as a child, thanks to my grandfather's and father's love for the team. This blog will cover Red Sox news, in-season and off-season updates, along with my own thoughts on the team! I hope you enjoy!

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