Every Major League team honored Jackie Robinson on Wednesday April 15, 2009. 62 years ago Robinson became the first African American to play in the Major Leagues. His courage was honored with his number 42 being worn throughout the league. For more on this story go to
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Ian Kinsler went 6 for 6 and hit for the cycle making him the first to do so since 1890. Kinsler had 5 runs and 4 rbi in the Rangers romp of the visiting Orioles 19-6.
Tim Wakefield threw a gem in Boston's 8-2 win over the A's. Wakefield pitched a complete game allowing only 2 runs on 4 hits while striking out 4. The bullpen got a much needed night of rest after Tuesday night's 12 inning loss to the A's. Mike Lowell and JD Drew both went yard in the win. Dice-K was placed on the 15-day DL with a shoulder strain.
Mika Owings made his debut for the Reds and looked a bit rusty, giving up 4 runs in 5 innings. The Reds did however take the series 2-1 and now head to Houston for a 4 game stay.
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