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ALCS and NLCS Preview: What Will and Won't Happen

 
4. In Philadelphia Won't Happen —Father time a.k.a. Jamie Moyer has been confounding hitters since sixth grade.  Ironically, he’s exhibited no increase in velocity since that time.  However, what year was he in sixth grade?  He says he's 45 years old, but do we really know that?  Like a Little League World Series youngster, he’ll be forced to provide a birth certificate that show's his TRUE age to actually be closer to his jersey number (pictured above). Will Happen —Moyer was a huge part of Seattle's 116 wins in one season.  However, before he was able to compete in the postseason, he broke his kneecap.  The Mariners crashed out of the playoffs.  Jamie’s hunger and leadership will help the Phillies’ pitching staff keep level heads and lead them to the World Series.   3.  In Los Angles Won't Happen —Manny reveals why he doesn't hustle:  Diving into third, as he's stretching a double ... (link)

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