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Hank Blalock Not Having Much Fun At Third Base

Posted on March 19th, 2009 4:44pm by Evan Grant
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After missing two-plus games because of a sore left quadriceps, Hank Blalock, the Rangers’ intended backup option at third base, made his debut at his old position Thursday.

It has not gone well. Blalock bobbled the first ball hit to him for an error. Moments ago, he went chasing after a foul pop and ended up crashing against the railing in front of the Oakland dugout. His momentum sent him tumbling into the dugout where he appeared to hit head. Blalock got up, but left the game, dabbing at his forehead with a towel. Couldn’t tell if he opened a gash or not.

The Rangers aren’t the only club interested in finding out if Blalock can still play the position. The New York Yankees could be in the market for a replacement for Alex Rodriguez while he recovers from shoulder surgery. The Houston Astros could use somebody to replace Aaron Boone, who underwent open heart surgery this week. Both clubs have had scouts around the Rangers this week.

3 Comments to “Hank Blalock Not Having Much Fun At Third Base”

Brent @ March 19th, 2009 at 5:01 pm

Evan,

What do you think a team would be willing to give up for Blalock, especially the Yankees, considering that he won’t really have a position when A-Rod returns?
EdC @ March 19th, 2009 at 10:59 pm

Yikes. Hank Joe, are you going to be OK? Stay as DH or traded, hope you aren’t dinged too bad.
Me! @ March 19th, 2009 at 11:16 pm

Brent, the scout went home today and said “Boone has a better chance of contributing this year.”

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