Lucky 7th for Delgado

 
Carlos Delgao began Saturday's doubleheader hitting seventh in the order for the first time since 1995. After an explosive afternoon, the first baseman was back to batting fifth for the nightcap. Delgado went 3-for-4, including a solo home run. [link]

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