Found June 12, 2009 on kansascity.com:
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David DeJesus batted leadoff for the third consecutive game and fifth time in the last six games. Royals manager Trey Hillman said he’s made the determination that as long as Coco Crisp’s shoulder is an issue, DeJesus and Willie Bloomquist are the team’s best options to lead off.
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