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Corky Miller update....

Posted at 9:09 PM on May 10, 2006 by David Zingler (2 Comments)

A lot has happened in the life of the erstwhile Twins catcher since we last checked in with him. The Cork man began the season with the Tacoma Rainiers of the Pacific Coast League, before the Seattle Mariners affiliate released him on April 17 after just two games. For the record, he hit .333 (2 for 6) in the short stint.

Not to worry however, it seems several minor league teams were clamoring for a catcher with Miller’s credentials and, after mulling over the offers for a few days; he inked a deal with thePawtucket Red Sox of the International League on April 25. As of May 8, the Corkster is hitting .308 (8 for 21) with his new squad.

If all the movement wasn’t enough, Miller was behind the plate when Devil Rays prospect Delmon Young chucked his bat at and hit the replacement umpire (the regular umpires are striking and the IL isn’t releasing the names of the replacements). In classic Corky fashion, he nonchalantly adjusted his catchers mask and prepared for the next batter as if nothing had happened.

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