Cuban Livan Hernandez will ask to pitch for Puerto Rico in next year’s World Baseball Classic. The Washington Nationals ace is seeking eligibility under a rule that allows players to be on a team if they have permanent residency in that nation or commonwealth.

On November 18, 2005 — Cuban Livan Hernandez will ask to pitch for Puerto Rico in next year’s World Baseball Classic. The Washington Nationals ace is seeking eligibility under a rule that allows players to be on a team if they have permanent residency in that nation or commonwealth.

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Cuban Livan Hernandez will ask to pitch for Puerto Rico in next year’s World Baseball Classic. The Washington Nationals ace is seeking eligibility under a rule that allows players to be on a team if they have permanent residency in that nation or commonwealth.

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1923 – New York Giants owner John McGraw ships pitcher Jesse Barnes and catcher Earl Smith to the Boston Braves for P Mule Watson and C Hank Gowdy.

Tied with the Rangers at 6 – 6 after seven innings, the Padres erupt for six runs in the 8th inning and five more in the 9th to take a 17 – 8 decision. Steve Finley leads the way for the Padres with five RBI and four hits, including three doubles.

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Cuban Livan Hernandez will ask to pitch for Puerto Rico in next year’s World Baseball Classic. The Washington Nationals ace is seeking eligibility under a rule that allows players to be on a team if they have permanent residency in that nation or commonwealth.

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1923 – New York Giants owner John McGraw ships pitcher Jesse Barnes and catcher Earl Smith to the Boston Braves for P Mule Watson and C Hank Gowdy.

Tied with the Rangers at 6 – 6 after seven innings, the Padres erupt for six runs in the 8th inning and five more in the 9th to take a 17 – 8 decision. Steve Finley leads the way for the Padres with five RBI and four hits, including three doubles.

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