On-Base Perception
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This week's magic numbers
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72 hours allowed for MLB players on paternity leave, which Michael Young was granted Friday. The Rangers called up Luis Hernandez, who was beaten out by Brad Emaus for the Mets’ Opening Day second baseman’s job last season.
65 age of Bill Lee, who threw a 94-pitch, complete-game victory for the San Rafael Pacifics of the independent North American League. Lee reportedly became the oldest pitcher...
