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Found July 24, 2009 on MVN:
Mike Napoli versus Jeff Mathis: Platoon Not Catching On.
TEAMS: Los Angeles Angels
PLAYERS: Jeff Mathis,  Mike Napoli
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Let's see, Jeff Mathis is a self proclaimed "automatic out" hitting below the Mendoza line with minimal power. Mike Napoli has 13 homers, "as much raw power as anyone in the league" according to his manager, and is hitting a solid .285 - not to mention his walk off double last night against the Twins. Why are they platooning again? Oh, right, Mathis is a slightly better signal caller, emphasis on the 'slightly.' He's no Johnny Bench back there. He's...
Original Story: http://mvn.com/bigabaseball/2009/07/2...

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