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Found July 01, 2009 on Beyond the Box Score:
Brandon Backe Finally Released
TEAMS: Houston Astros,  Cleveland Indians
PLAYERS: Brandon Backe,  Scott Elarton
More photos » by Tony Gutierrez - AP Houston Astros starting pitcher Brandon Backe is the second worst pitcher with over 500 IP since his debut 2002 at 0.3 wins above replacement. The only one worse in that span is Scott Elarton at -0.3 WAR. Browse more photos » The Houston Astros have finally realized something that people have known for years.  By releasing Backe on Monday, the Astros have acknowled...
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