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2009/2010 Free Agent Tracker: DH
baseballreflections.com - 10/16/2009
2009/2010 Free Agent Tracker: DH
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The designated hitter only applies to the American League , sorry National League fans. Love the position or hate it, it exists, and warrants its own free agent category. I hate it. I grew up with Edgar Martinez , perhaps the best designated hitter in the history of the position (is it ...
The Fallacy Of El Comedulce
fackyouk.blogspot.com - 10/15/2009
The Fallacy Of El Comedulce
— fackyouk.blogspot.com — Good morning Fackers. The completion of the transcontinental railroad in 1869 allowed for far easier and faster... transportation from the East Coast to the West Coast than had previously existed. Yet, from what I've been hearing and reading over the past several months, the concepts of the base on ... (more) The Fallacy Of El Comedulce

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Swisher v. Abreu
fackyouk.blogspot.com - 10/15/2009
Swisher v. Abreu
— fackyouk.blogspot.com — This morning, Matt did a great job debunking the myth of Bobby Abreu's resurgent season and magical... contagious plate discipline out in Anaheim. I also want to chime in on Abreu's production this season, but in relation to his ostensible replacement - another cheap acquisition via trade for the ... (more) Swisher v. Abreu

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Revisiting Bobby Abreu and HOF- Again
nybaseballdigest.com - 10/15/2009
Revisiting Bobby Abreu and HOF- Again
— nybaseballdigest.com — One of the names that may be a key to the Yankees/Anaheim ALCS is none other than... Bobby Abreu. He continues to quietly rack up productive seasons. Maligned in Philadelphia for his “passionless” play, Abreu’s career seemed to be headed downward when he was traded in July of 2006. Many, including ... (more) Revisiting Bobby Abreu and HOF- Again

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