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Behind the story: Adrian Gonzalez

Adrian Gonzalez, from unofficial mascot to feared slugger

Updated: June 30, 2009, 1:42 PM ET

By Jorge Arangure Jr. | ESPN The Magazine

This article refers to a story in the July 13 issue of ESPN The Magazine, "Stranded at Home," about Padres first baseman Adrian Gonzalez.

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