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Marquis strong on mound; Young hits first homer in Rockies' victory

Associated Press

Tuesday, September 8, 2009

DENVER -- The Colorado Rockies had their two best power hitters out of the lineup with stiff backs. So Eric Young Jr. took it upon himself to provide a little pop, hitting his first career homer in a 3-1 victory over the Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday night. With Troy Tulowitzki and Ian Stewart both out with back ailments, the Rockies went with a makeshift infield. Part of that included Young stepping in at second base. He certainly stepped up at the plate, not only hitting a solo homer, but sc ...

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