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Olivo's homer on first pitch of 11th gives Royals second straight win

Associated Press

Wednesday, June 24, 2009

HOUSTON -- Miguel Olivo had some inside information when he went to the plate against Jeff Fulchino in the 11th inning Wednesday night. And he used it to his advantage. Olivo homered on the first pitch from the former Royal, whom he caught last season, to give Kansas City a 4-3 victory over the Houston Astros. "I know what he's got," Olivo said. "But I was not expecting he'd throw me a fastball in that situation. He usually throws sliders. But I was glad to see it." Olivo's shot off Fulchino ...

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