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Revisiting the Mike Napoli for Frank Francisco Trade

October 5, 2011January 29, 2023 Ian Hunter Alex Anthopoulos, Frank Francisco, Mike Napoli, trade

Next to Miguel Olivo, he is perhaps the most infamous Blue Jay in recent memory to likely never actually put on a Blue Jays jersey.

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Fun Frank Francisco Facts

September 12, 2011January 29, 2023 Ian Hunter closers, Frank Francisco
Image courtesy of Daylife via AP

At times this season, Frank Francisco has been a really fun pitcher to watch.

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Gaining Some Perspective on the Closer Situation

July 18, 2011January 29, 2023 Ian Hunter Alex Anthopoulos, closers, Frank Francisco, Jason Frasor
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It’s interesting how temporarily unplugging from fandom can actually help gain a little perspective on the Toronto Blue Jays.

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If Coffee is for Closers, the Blue Jays are Drinking Decaf

July 8, 2011January 29, 2023 Ian Hunter closers, Frank Francisco
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Alec Baldwin arguably had the best scene of his entire career in Glengarry Glen Ross where he chewed out salesman in attempt to motivate them.

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A Royal Pain

June 7, 2011January 29, 2023 Ian Hunter Frank Francisco, Kansas City Royals, Marc Rzepczynski
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Who ever suspected the Kansas City Royals to put up a fight against the Toronto Blue Jays?

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Thursday Throng of Links

May 26, 2011January 29, 2023 Ian Hunter Alex Rios, baserunning, Brett Lawrie, Chicago White Sox, Eric Thames, Frank Francisco, Jo-Jo Reyes, links
Image courtesy of Mr. Irrelevant. No rhyme or reason for this image, though.
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Let’s Be Frank About Frank Francisco

May 25, 2011January 29, 2023 Ian Hunter closers, Frank Francisco, Marc Rzepczynski, New York Yankees

Being a closer for a major league baseball team is a thankless job: if you succeed, all you get is a pat on the posterior and a handshake from the manager.

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The Dr. James Andrews Kiss of Death

March 21, 2011January 29, 2023 Ian Hunter Disabled List, Dr. James Andrews, Frank Francisco, injury
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For pitchers who have sustained an injury, it’s basically the equivalent of visiting the Grim Reaper.

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