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Perez the true definition of a marginal player

By Rob Neyer

Tuesday, March 17, 2009

What are the job prospects for a lefty pinch hitter with an American League team that basically has a set lineup? Probably not so hot: LAKELAND, Fla. -- Timo Perez is not a complicated player. He's a left-handed line-drive hitter who will step to the plate swinging. He won't strike out a lot, but he won't draw an abundance of walks, either. With the Tigers' entire starting outfield away at the World Baseball Classic, Perez is getting playing time and doing what he normally does. On Monday, he ...

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