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Boston's Derek Lowe driven to gain success; Red Sox right-hander returned to form by leaving the bullpen and becoming one of the A.L.'s top starters. (Cover Story).(Statistical Data Included)

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| September 01, 2002 | Antonen, Mel | COPYRIGHT 2002 Century Publishing Co. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)Copyright

LAST SEASON DEREK LOWE, FAILED closer of the Boston Red Sox, couldn't walk to the bullpen without hearing the boos. He couldn't enjoy an evening out without getting an earful from fans who were not shy about being up close and personal.

Now he's become the one harassing the opposition. One of the American League's stingiest pitchers is a big reason the Red Sox had baseball's best record through late-June.

"Not too many people lose their job and get a better one," Lowe says. "If you had told me before the season this was going to happen, I would have said you're crazy.

"Booing sticks in your head more than cheers. My failures drive me. I don't ...

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