chicago.cubs.mlb.com - 7/17/2007
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CHICAGO -- The Cubs geared up for the stretch run when they acquired veteran catcher Jason Kendall from the Oakland Athletics in exchange for catcher Rob Bowen and Minor League pitcher Jerry Blevins. Before Monday's game, the Cubs had designated Bowen, who was 2-for-31 since joining the team, for assignment. With the addition of Kendall, they will be back at three catchers on the 25-man ...
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Cubs acquire Kendall; Bowen relegated to historical footnote
GoatRiders of the Apocalypse —
... and Jason Kendall, good as recently as last year, becomes the Cubs ' new starting catcher. He ' s struggled this season, yes, but even at .226 with no power and few walks he looks like Babe freakin ' Ruth compared to the stiffs the Cubs were sending out there. And on the plus side, he ' s been hitting .297 ...
Mmmm.... Donuts!
Bleed Cubbie Blue —
... a couple of quick comments about the Cubs' acquisition of catcher Jason Kendall from the A's. ...
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