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Nomar in the Lineup
Published 4/17/2008 by Aaron Jay Sapiro at Rockin' the Ravine
Nomar Garciapara was activated earlier than expected, getting the start today at third base against the Pirates and Pat Maholm.  Nomar was supposed to be activated for Friday’s first game in Atlanta following the day off, instead Torre said why not start him, he’s healthy, so, you know, whatever…   Ramon Troncoso was sent down to AAA to make room. The rookie allowed 6 Runs in 5 2/3 Innings.   Nomar is hitting seventh in the lineup with Pierre behind him. Juan’s getting the start over Andre Ethier, despite his 2-for-4 yesterday with 2 Runs and 2 RBIs. Penny cruises through the first, Nomar makes his first play; sweet scoop Loney.  ...

Bats Stay Hot in 8-1 Win
Published 4/17/2008 by Megan Westenberg at Dem Bums - A Dodgers Blog
Last night’s win gives the Dodgers the series win over the Pirates. It also moves them up to third in the NL West. An even better surprise was the activation and start of Nomar Garciaparra . He went 1 for 2 with 2 walks in his first game back. He wasn’t expected until be activated until the road trip tomorrow, but Torre figured waiting two more days wouldn’t make much of a difference health-wise. Ramon Troncoso was designated to Triple A Las Vegas to make room for Nomar. Blake DeWitt will remain with the team on the bench for now. The offense took off to rally in the first, with the first four batters getting singles. They ended up with four runs in the first and two in the second. Rafael Furcal ...