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Red Sox claim Juan Francisco off waivers from Blue Jays

Dan Hamilton / USA TODAY Sports

The Boston Red Sox have claimed Juan Francisco off waivers from the Toronto Blue Jays, the team announced Wednesday.

Francisco, 27, slashed .220/.291/.456 with 16 home runs in 320 at-bats for the Blue Jays last season.

Francisco will provide depth at third base for the Red Sox, who are also attempting to lure Pablo Sandoval to Boston.

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