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In Marmol We (Barely) Trust

Found August 04, 2009 on Cubbies Crib:
PLAYERS: Carlos Marmol,  Kevin Gregg
TEAMS: Chicago Cubs,  Los Angeles Angels

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Carlos Marmol is 1-for-1 as interim closer in place of the tired-armed (and recently blasted, both on the field and off) Kevin Gregg. Since this is Carlos Marmol, the appearance was chock full of drama.  Carlos, who entered Monday night against the Reds with the Cubs leading by 3, walked the first batter, then got a [...]
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