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22 sports injuries that broke Boston’s heart

While the agony of defeat is necessary to accentuate the thrill of victory, there’s no silver lining to a serious injury.

Foxboro,MA 09/07/08: Patriots quarterback Tom Brady grimaces as he grabs his left knee after injuring it on a first quarter play. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff) section:sports slug:pats08 Library Tag 09092008 Sports Library Tag 10262008 Ideas

By Jack Andrade

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Injuries are the worst part of sports. While the agony of defeat is necessary to accentuate the thrill of victory, there’s no silver lining to a serious injury. Seasons and teams can come crashing down. Dynasties can be ended. Worst of all, career and lives are ended in the most tragic instances.

Here’s a look back at 22 sports injuries that broke Boston’s heart.

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