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A-Rod Homers in First Game

Roid Rage

Rounds bases to boos in post-scandal return.

The wholesome days of "Casey at the Bat" are long gone. Alex Rodriguez, playing today his first exhibition game after admitting he used steroids while playing for the Texas Rangers, blasted a two-run homer to a mix of cheers and jeers in the fourth inning. A-Rod (aka A-Roid, A-Fraud, and A-Hole) has been in the media's crosshairs for the last two weeks. Known for his pitiful play in the clutch, could fan's ire finally be the motivation that makes the highest paid player in baseball perform in October?

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