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At Newsday , David Lennon has an article on Dan Murphy and Nick Evans and their transition to big league ball. Church is back in session , beginning tonight. Despite his many successes there, Tom Seaver won't be sad when Shea Stadium is demolished. Shea may be a dump, but it's our dump*, and I'll miss it for all the great games I saw there in person and at home. * Sorta reminds me of ...
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Ryan Church is back
Straight Flushing — ... Having finished his rehab, Ryan Church is back to reclaim his place in the outfield from Fernando Tatis. Unfortunately, as a result of the concussion he's still under the impression that he is Imelda Marcos, and no one in management has had the heart to tell him yet. Hopefully he'll wear traditional baseball cleats when he suits up tonight, but sources say open-toed heels remain a distinct possibility. via Simon ...

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