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Pre-game pitching routines: Rap, Zeppelin and Chinese food

Matt Vogel of Patchogue-Medford pitches in a game.

Photo credit: George A. Faella

It’s game day and some of Long Island’s best pitchers are taking the mound. For many, pitching preparation doesn’t start when the school bell rings – it’s an all-day affair.

Patchogue-Medford’s Matt Vogel always has his iPod with him, listening to some of his favorite hype-up tunes.

“Music is a big part of my life,” Vogel said after a Newsday photo shoot Thursday night. “I have to listen...

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