Brandon Inge still trending

Brandon Inge doubles to deep center field in the third inning during the game against the Seattle Mariners at Comerica Park. (April 24, 2012) Credit: Getty Images
The search phrase "Brandon Inge" was a top Google trend last Thursday and Friday and again for much of today (Monday).
Yes, we realize there was some news about the former Tiger -- released by Detroit on Thursday and signed with Oakland on Sunday -- but we don't understand something here.
What is America's fascination with a career .234 hitter? Help us out here, Tigers fans.
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