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Sox Offseasons Often Disheartening for Prospects

Found November 07, 2009 on Sports Blog Net: Yardbarker Blogger Network
PLAYERS: Shane Victorino
TEAMS: Philadelphia Phillies

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As Shane Victorino grounded out to give the Yankees their 27th World Championship, the 2009 season officially ended and the off-season began. Players will sign with different teams, extensions will be inked, trades will be made and arbitration cases will be heard. Undoubtedly an exciting time for fans can become very stressful for the forgotten employees [...]
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