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MLB's unexpected position battles

Due to injuries or possible deals, some position battles have emerged unexpectedly

Updated: March 14, 2011, 7:41 PM ET
By Jason A. Churchill & Doug Mittler | ESPN Insider

Each week during spring training, we'll take a look at how position battles are playing out. This week, we take a look at which rookies have a chance to break through as starters to start the season.


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