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MLB Athlete Number 48 - Torii Hunter

Found September 15, 2009 on Best Athletes By The Numbers:
PLAYERS: Jimmie Johnson,  Torii Hunter
TEAMS: Los Angeles Angels

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When you think of the number 48 and pro sports, two names might come to mind. Jimmie Johnson and "Moose" Johnston. But don't forget one of the best MLB centerfielders to play the game. Torii Hunter, wearing MLB jersey number 48, isn't called "Spiderman" for nothing.





But the eight time gold glove winner isn't too bad with the stick either. He's racked up more than 1,300 hits and over 210 homers over his 12 MLB seasons.


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