Look! I've Happened Upon Some Cherries

Ghostrunner posted 4/28/2008 from ghostrunners.blogspot.com [flag]

Perhaps I shall pick them. Toronto Blue Jays record in games started by John MacDonald at shortstop --> 3-1. That doesn't necessarily mean anything, but it suits my agenda so I will abuse that tiny sample size/insignificant fact for all it's worth. Which isn't much. Here is a startling bit of news: Johnny Mac isn't a great hitter. He did have a double and a run scored yesterday, but he's ... [link]

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