Red Sox, with bullpen reinforcements coming, face Royals

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As the visiting Boston Red Sox prepare for the middle game of a pivotal three-game series against the Kansas City Royals, they expect to soon receive a bullpen boost with the return of right-handers Chris Martin and Justin Slaten.

On the injured list since July 4, Martin may return during the series with the Royals.

"He's on his way here," Boston manager Alex Cora said on Mond