Florida Marlins starting pitcher A.J. Burnett ruptures a ligament in his right thumb during a fielding practice drill. He won’t make his first major league appearance of the year until July 20th.
On March 16, 2000 — Florida Marlins starting pitcher A.J. Burnett ruptures a ligament in his right thumb during a fielding practice drill. He won’t make his first major league appearance of the year until July 20th.
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Baseball Reference March 16
SABR Games Project
National Pastime March 16
Retro Sheet
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