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Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz knows Boston has a bright future ahead.

The 2015 season won't end with a trip to the postseason, but the Red Sox saw plenty of growth from their young players, which is a pretty significant organizational win.

"I love to see young players perform at the highest level, especially early in their age," Ortiz said "Red Sox Gameday Live" before Boston's game against the Cleveland Indians on Friday. "You see guys like (Xander) Bogaerts, he just turned 23 and he's having a hell of a season.

"You see Mookie Betts, another young, talented player putting together the season he's had. You see guys like (Eduardo) Rodriguez, pitching the way he's pitched. You see (Jackie Bradley Jr.), the way he performed once he came back up. And (Rick) Porcello, the way he's finished the season.

"It's something that gives you lots of hope."

Hear more from Ortiz in the video above.

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