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I am a freelance writer. I've covered the Cincinnati Reds, Bengals and others since 1992. I have a background in sales as well. I've sold consumer electronics, advertising and consumer package goods for companies ranging from the now defunct Circuit City to Procter&Gamble. I have worked as a stats operator for Xavier University, the University of Cincinnati, the College of Mount St. Joe and Colerain High School.

Saturday, March 10, 2012

Aroldis Chapman's Teammate Yoenis Cespedes Makes Cactus Debut Against the Reds

Outfielder Yoenis Cespedes, who like Aroldis Chapman, defected from Cuba.  After establishing residency in the Dominican Republic he touched off a bidding war.

The Oakland A's signed Cepedes and Manny Ramirez to free agent contracts on March 3.  Cespedes reportedly got a four year deal worth $36.

Phoenix Municipal Stadium A's Home
Cespedes, 26, is built like a running back, reminding baseball people of Bo Jackson.  His mother Estela Milanes was a softball pitcher on the Cuban National Team in the 2000 Olympics.

The Reds make the trip to Phoenix Municipal Stadium to play Cespedes and his new teammates this afternoon.

Former Reds, Adam Rosales, Jonny Gomes and Grant Balfour are members of the A's.

A's general manager Billy Beane is the subject of the movie "Moneyball" based on a book of the same name.
Posted by Gary Schatz at 1:56 PM

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