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GM Ruben Amaro, Jr. Says Ty Wigginton Will Play First Base Until Ryan Howard Returns

Found January 18, 2012 on GackSports: Yardbarker Blogger Network
PLAYERS: Ty Wigginton,  Ryan Howard
TEAMS: Philadelphia Phillies

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Philadelphia Phillies GM Ruben Amaro, Jr. told MLB Network Radio today that Ty Wigginton will play first base until Ryan Howard returns from his injury.
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