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Who's that? Willits, Shields performing without the hype

By Jerry Crasnick
ESPN.com

Wednesday, May 23, 2007

It's tough to perform well in the majors and remain anonymous these days, given the rampant media saturation in the game. When Twins reliever Pat Neshek can attract a die-hard following through his Weblog, it's a sign that times are truly changing. But if you're a major leaguer with a desire to live an autograph hound-free existence, here are some surefire ways to avoid attention: • Play for a perennial loser (e.g., the Pirates or Royals). • Play for a team with a lower average at ...

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