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Utility players:

1 Miguel Cairo, Cardinals. With Fernando Vina hurt, Cairo has been starting at second base. Before Vina's injury, Cairo was busy playing every position except center field, catcher and pitcher. He is manager Tony La Russa's type of player--versatile and capable as a pinch hitter despite a slow start: in that area this year.

2 Mark McLemore, Mariners. He plays enough to be considered a regular. McLemore had 15 RBIs in his first 33 games and played solid defense. So far this season, McLemore has played at second base, third base, short-stop and in the outfield.

3 Desi Relaford, Royals. Like McLemore, he has ...

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