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The addition of Pat Burrell in the middle of the lineup means better protection for Evan Longoria and company.
In his past four seasons, Burrell has averaged 31 homers, 99 RBIs and 103 walks. The Associated Press
The addition of Pat Burrell in the middle of the lineup means better protection for Evan Longoria and company.
SPORTS: Keep Up With The Local Teams
Baldelli hits a pop fly in Game 5 of the 2008 World Series against the Phillies. Tribune photo by CHRIS URSO
News that he was misdiagnosed with a mitochondrial disorder will interest teams that could sign him as a free agent.
SPORTS: Keep Up With The Local Teams
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