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BALTIMORE ORIOLES
Losing RF Jay Gibbons (hip, knee) is significant because the Orioles feature a primarily righthanded-hitting lineup, and Gibbons was one of its few lefthanded hitters. Luis Matos, a righthanded batter, figures to get much of Gibbons' playing time.... Brandon Fahey has been working in the outfield in an effort to increase his value to the team. Fahey, a natural middle infielder, is stuck behind SS Miguel Tejada and 2B Brian Roberts. SCOUTING REPORT: 3B Melvin Mora has enough power to bat in the middle of the order, but he's hitting second because he has the best bat control on the team. Mora's bunting and hit-and-run ability complement his smooth line-drive stroke. He is hitting .308 in the No. 2 spot, and his power has waned in the transition from the No. 3 slot. He had four home runs in the first two weeks of the season but has had only four since.--Spencer Fordin
BOSTON RED SOX
RHP Cort...
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