The Giants’ ace is an undisputed clubhouse leader, but he’s the first to suggest it’s easier for position players to lead an MLB team.
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• John Shea
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• John Shea
The Giants’ ace is an undisputed clubhouse leader, but he’s the first to suggest it’s easier for position players to lead an MLB team.
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• David Lombardi
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• Tim Kawakami
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• Danny Emerman
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• Danny Emerman
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• Kerry Crowley
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