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New York Mets Steve Trachsel throws a pitch in the 2nd inning at Shea Stadium in New York City on September 18, 2006. The New York Mets try to clinch the division
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Washington Nationals' Alfonso Soriano (12) steals second as Baltimore Orioles shortstop Miguel Tejada, left, waits for the ball during the first inning of their baseball game Sunday, May 21, 2006, in Washington. (
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