And then, yesterday, he was back at the ballpark. Home, as he sees it. Little fanfare. No promotional gimmicks. Just some handshakes and heartfelt greetings from fans, players, and colleagues, and the inevitable kids with baseballs and programs for him to autograph. (Full article: 656 words)

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