For example, in spring training 2012, Ibanez got off to a dreadful start, sparking concerns over whether his bat speed had diminished.

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Barrett- Jackson Auction Co. did not reveal the name of the winning bidder, but Champagne came out of the Bat closet in an interview with Speed TV.

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England's speed in dismissing Warwickshire gave them an opportunity to bat again and, with Alastair Cook earning a rest after scoring a century in the first innings, Bopara opened with Strauss.

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Granderson, who will be 32 by opening day, has been a fast straight-line runner who uses his speed to chase down balls, but who sometimes makes imperfect reads off the bat.

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He has not been in form with the bat either, but against Durham, he again showed that he has lost none of his speed or hostility with the ball in his hand.

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