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So much for rebuilding, the Oakland Athletics weren’t supposed to be competing this year, but a month into the season they sit in second place behind some stellar pitching. Did Billy Beane pull a fast one on the masses with the trades, or are they simply streaking up early before fading back...
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Through five innings, Blanton has allowed only two hits (both singles), struck out five and hasn't walked a batter. It's reminiscent of his start Aug. 2 in St. Louis when he was positively spectacular for seven innings against the Cardinals. He has thrown 81 pitches, so it's doubtful Charlie...
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