Known as "Pito" in Cuba, Abreu's new White Sox teammates quickly embraced him, nicknaming him "Yogi" and "Oso," the Spanish word for bear because of his size and strength. Abreu, who has spent his entire And maybe the way he would grind at-bats into C-Span has affected my thinking. Its a spot in the order where the player is expected to drive in runs. Staub, beloved by fans of the Montreal Expos and New York Mets, is one of those players from the 1970s that some people feel deserved a closer look at the Hall. Jones, however, now has serious momentum and is currently tracking at a robust 68.5% on the current ballot (according to Ryan Thibodauxs Hall of Fame tracker). I hear what people say. [1] Abreu became the first Phillie outfielder since Greg Luzinski with back-to-back 20 homer seasons. As you can see, Bobby Abreu does indeed have a strong argument for the Hall of Fame. He grew up playing stickball in his hometown Turnero, an impoverished village in the north-central part of the country. Luis Tiant Turns 80: Will He Ever Make the Hall of Fame? Through 2014, Abreu led active ballplayers in doubles (565), walks (1,456), and outfield assists (136), was fifth in runs scored (1,441) and stolen bases (400), seventh in extra-base hits (911) and on-base percentage (.396), and tenth in runs batted in (1,363). Himself, Barry and Bobby, and Derek Jeter. Bob Kelly Abreu (/bre.u/; Spanish: Venezuelan former professional baseball outfielder, who played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Houston Astros, Philadelphia Phillies, New York Yankees, Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, Los Angeles Dodgers, and New York Mets. He hopes all of the hard work -- the hours spent in the batting cage before his teammates arrive at the complex and after they have pulled out of the parking lot -- will pay off. In the ALCS against Abreus former team (the Yankees), however, he hit just .160 with a .276 OBP. Of the other 13, all but 4 had at least 350 home runs. On August 6, Abreu hit his 250th career home run when he led off the fifth inning with a solo home run off Chicago White Sox pitcher John Danks. In both 2007 and 08, his two full seasons with New York, he surpassed 100 RBI and 100 runs scored. I agree. Abreu had 83 more extra-base hits despite 1,148 fewer plate appearances. The Phillies have launched a campaign for Abreu, so let's take In 20 postseason games, he hit .284 (19-for-67) with nine runs, six doubles, one home run, 9 RBI, two stolen bases and 12 walks. Abreu did a lot of things well offensively but didnt do anything in spectacular fashion. Also, Bobby put up those consistent numbers while rarely missing a gameplaying tired, playing hurt.that needs to be taken into consideration. In his first eight superb seasons in Philadelphia, playing mostly for Francona and Larry Bowa, the durable Abreu averaged. Bobby Abreu Bob Kelly Abreu (El Comedulce or La Leche) Bats Left, Throws Right Height 6' 0", Weight 200 lb. His rate of doubles (per PA) was so-so as well. [1] He had the last stolen base in the original Yankee Stadium on September 21, 2008. As far as historical impact goes, Abreu appeared in the playoffs four times (in 1997 with the Astros, 2006 and 07 with the Yankees, and 09 with the Angels). At the age of 16, he was signed as an amateur free agent by the Houston Astros. (Age 22-174d, [16] The six RBIs tied Gil McDougald's 55-year franchise record for most in one inning (McDougald batted in six runs in one inning in 1951, his rookie season). I dont go strictly by WAR; I use it as a guide to further study. We and our partners share information on your use of this website to help improve your experience. In the spring of 2002, the consistent Abreu signed the richest contract in Phillies history when he inked a five-year extension worth $64 million. If Bobby had been a lead-off hitter, would we hesitate to let him in? [27], On May 4, 2012, Abreu signed a contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers. He also set career lows (as a full-timer) with 8 HR, 60 RBI, and 54 Runs. By using the play index tool on Baseball-References Stathead, we can see that in the history of baseball, the only other player to log 150+ games in 13 consecutive seasons is Willie Mays. Andruw Jones has been on six ballots and, despite 10 Gold Gloves to go with his respectable power numbers, barely cleared 5% in his first two turns on the ballot. That year and the following one (2005) were the only All-Star nods in his career. Of course, we have to take into account the era and the parks a player played in to make sense of those numbers. 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[26] Abreu was released by the Angels on April 27, 2012 and replaced on the roster by future Rookie of the Year and MVP Award winner Mike Trout. After struggling early in the season, Abreu hit .380 with 28 RBI in 26 games in July and was named the American League Player of the Month. Whether he is in the cage or in pre-workouts or on the field, he has a purpose, and you can tell this is a guy who takes what he does very seriously and wants to maximize his talent.". Abreu has made some gains on the 2023 ballot, at least according to the first 162 reported votes on Ryan Thibodauxs Hall of Fame tracker. Dick Allen: One Vote Shy of the Hall of Fame, Again, Jeff Kent, after 10 Tries, Fails to Make the Hall of Fame, Its Over: Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens Fall Far Short of the Hall of Fame, Forget Politics: Curt Schilling is a Hall of Famer, Dale Murphy, Superstar from the 1980s, is Still Outside the Hall of Fame. [1], In 2004, Abreu got his first All-Star berth, being voted in as the National League All-Star Final Vote winner in online voting on MLB.com. vs. HOU 2 AB, 1 H, 0 HR, 0 RBI, 0 SB, Rookie Status: He would have had more stolen bases, more times on base, more runs scoredbut he was even more valuable batting third or fourth, How many still-active players will, in the next 10 years, surpass what hes accomplished?. For now, Im swayed by the fact that the two-time All-Star would seem out of place in a Hall of Fame. Abreu became one of only six players in major league history to collect 250 home runs, 2,000 hits, 1,000 runs, 1,000 runs batted in, 1,000 walks and 300 stolen bases. "I'm a family-oriented person," Abreu said. Jose Abreu is the first Cuban baseman player who plays for the Chicago Sox. Like you said, he was great at many different parts of the game. One of the primary impediments to the Angels trading Bobby Abreu is the perception that he's now a full-time designated hitter. [40][41] In 2009, he led the American League in percent of pitches taken at 67.5%,[42] while also having the fourth lowest percentage of swinging at the first pitch at 9.5%. RELATED: Jose Abreu wants to play baseball in 2023 Abreu has earned Rookie of the Year, MVP, three All-Star nods and three Silver Sluggers since arriving on the team. [1] The Yankees ran away with the AL East division title by mid-September 2006, but were eliminated by the Detroit Tigers in the 2006 American League Division Series. "I'll be happy when my family gets to the United States, when my son gets here, and we are all together. Abreu was courted by several teams, but he eventually signed a six-year, $68 million deal with the White Sox in October. March 11, 1974 Anyway, on the 2023 ballot, these are the 9 other names I would check along with Bobby Abreus. And if the Hall of Fame was only comprised of no-doubters the Hank Aaron, Willie Mays, Babe Ruth types I would not vote for him. Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'ZIiX49a2Sg9jKfs0FFMXQw',sig:'RG5Vt7R06UYzW-20Pv9xxe6tS4Y-gJP-XPmS4I56JMg=',w:'594px',h:'388px',items:'120261376',caption: false ,tld:'com',is360: false })}); Anyway, Abreu had 6 different seasons in which he walked 100 or more times while also scoring 100 or more runs. Feb 25, 2022 1:00 PM EST Bobby Abreus story begins in Houston with the Astros. And I think its important to make sure we think about overall value when voting for the Hall of Fame. Among right fielders, this is 19th best alltime, and he is one of 191 players as of 2023 with a WAR over 60.[44][45]. In most of the history of Hall of Fame voting, when it comes to corner outfielders, voters have looked for high-average hitters, home run hitters, or stolen base specialists. Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'epYa9YLXQxpWGLnaMfug5A',sig:'QCNR_Q_hdPFD6MV-pK1kEoGmu0hYvJ77MumBHAYz_ow=',w:'594px',h:'414px',items:'81667860',caption: false ,tld:'com',is360: false })}); Abreu became a free agent after the 2008 season and signed with the Los Angeles Angels for 2009. Baseball Prospectus noted, in its 2008 annual, that Abreu would go back on the ball with all the enthusiasm of a Roman convict being herded towards the lions den. As we implied previously, this was a criticism that helped to drive him out of Philadelphia. Bobby Abreu. Full-year historical Major League statistics provided by Pete Palmer and Gary Gillette of Hidden Game Sports. Certainly, its easier to make room for a player like Abreu if youre a PED hard-liner (although these names arent really in order, Ive put Alex Rodriguez and Manny Ramirez because of their PED links. Hes highly unlikely to come close this year. I don't know if I'm happy right now, but I'm content with where I am," Abreu said in Spanish. He played over 150 games for 13 straight years!, Well, not quite, but he was 20th all-time in walks!, He walked 100 times and scored 100 runs eight times!, So, other people walked him and other people drove him in.. Subscribe to Stathead Baseball: Get your first month FREEYour All-Access Ticket to the Baseball Reference Database. 3rd year on BBWAA ballot in 2021: Received 8.6% of the vote in 2022. Of course you want a team that is going to give you opportunities to be in the World Series and win the World Series. But the mother is the most important thing," he said. Bobby Abreu and Jose Abreu are talented baseball field players representing two different teams. On July 30, 2006, Abreu was traded along with Cory Lidle to the New York Yankees for minor league shortstop C. J. Henry (a 2005 first-round draft pick), left-hander Matt Smith (a seven-year minor league veteran), catcher Jesus Sanchez, and right-hander Carlos Monasteriosall low-level prospects in the Yankee organization. "Happy? Phillies manager Terry Francona installed Abreu into a starting role in right field and the 24-year-old responded with a magnificent inaugural campaign, hitting .312 with a .409 OBP and .497 SLG. The other two are Darrell Evans and Eddie Yost. Abreu is currently tracking at 19.5% on all public ballots so far based on the 2023 Hall of Fame ballot tracker in his fourth year on the ballot. One of four players with 250+ HR and 350+ SB (Barry Bonds, Jeter, Bobby Bonds). His 105 OPS+, while still above league average, was his lowest as a full-time player. He still contributed 20 HR, 78 RBI, 88 Runs scored and 24 steals with a 118 OPS+. Abreu said he lives a quiet life off the field. [17] On September 18, Abreu hit two home runs and had 6 RBI in a game versus the Chicago White Sox and Javier Vzquez. In Abreus final season in the Bronx (under new manager Joe Girardi), the team missed the playoffs for the first time since 1993. This time, my first time with them, I was very close to getting to the World Series, so why not stay? On September 12, 2006, Abreu drove in six runs in the first inning of the Yankees' 124 victory over the Tampa Bay Devil Rays. Is He Related To Bobby Abreu And Jose Abreu. Similarly, Byran used to admire and watch Justin Verlander on tv before, but now they are teammates and share the same playground. Before going to the case in favor, lets start with the case against Bobby Abreu for the Hall of Fame. Is there a Hall of Fame Case for Francisco Rodriguez? ". In Game 3 of the 2009 ALDS, Abreu hit a 9th inning, 2-out double off Jonathan Papelbon to cut the Red Sox lead to 6-5. Use without license or authorization is expressly prohibited. One of the best players in the history of Cuba, Abreu won the Cuban Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. General Manager Pat Gillick, citing the need for financial flexibility, dealt Abreu to the New York Yankees on July 30th in a package for four minor leaguers who never amounted to anything in Major League Baseball. Logos were compiled by the amazing SportsLogos.net. The effort required to swat those 41 taters seemed to take the steam out of Abreus sails. Bobby Abreu had a .291 average over his career. Bryan Abreu was born in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, on April 22, 1997. You need to add Rickey Henderson. I would be one of those people, particularly in regard to Edmonds, who won 8 Gold Gloves and was a significant postseason performer. He gets jealous, but as we say in Cuba, 'There is only one mother, anybody can be your dad.' Boy Home Runs have taken over the game and Bobby hit 288 of them! In the end, I couldnt ignore that he finished his career with more WAR, homers, stolen bases, and a better OPS than more than half of the current Hall of Fame outfielders. Abreu was the 2004 recipient of the Phillies Community Service award and the Phillies' representative for MLB's Roberto Clemente Award. Bobby Abreu is on Twitter at BobKellyAbreu. I know this is the next chapter for all of us, and I'm going to keep working hard to make it a good one.". Even though he has not mentioned their name, fans have identified them as his mother and sister, as it is tagged as family. The next two balls are pulled like imaginary gappers to left-center. Because of his special abilities and capabilities, his career blossomed quickly. Thats incredibly brilliant consistency., Ryan Fagan,The Sporting News (Jan. 3, 2023), I did vote for Bobby Abreu, who has an intriguing, albeit, borderline statistical case His numbers are compellinghe reached base more times than Tony Gwynn, for instance. Feedback on our suggestions. My Virtual Ballot & 2022-25 BBWAA Preview, RIP Tommy Lasorda, the Big Dodger in the Sky. in Maracay, Venezuela Being active on Instagram, he often shares photos, reels, and day stories about his matches, to his 26.2K followers. Win Expectancy, Run Expectancy, and Leverage Index calculations provided by Tom Tango of InsideTheBook.com, and co-author of The Book: Playing the Percentages in Baseball. Jose Abreu hit 30 home runs and grounded into 28 double plays in 2021. Join our linker program. Larry Walker Is In the Hall of Fame, Overcoming the Coors Field Bias, Marvin Miller: Cooperstowns Greatest Snub No More, Cooperstowns Greatest Speech (N)ever Made, Wally Schang: 3-Time World Series Champion Backstop, Not in the Hall of Fame. Still, unless you play in every game (like Ripken), its hard to build a Cooperstown argument based on games played. Todd Helton is not close to Bobby Abreu. Most of the next 15 balls are smashed up the middle. The problem with the positive aspects of Abreus Cooperstown case is that they involve comparisons to other players who are considered good candidates but are not yet in the Hall. He had two seasons in which he collected thirty home runs and thirty stolen bases, making him one of thirteen players to have achieved the 3030 club twice in a career. He played in over 150 games for each of those 13 campaigns; he was the only player in MLB to accomplish this. "[25], During the 20112012 offseason, the New York Yankees proposed a trade to the Angels that would have sent starting pitcher A. J. Burnett to Anaheim for Abreu. September 1, 1996 [1], After sitting out the 2013 season, Abreu participated in the 201314 Venezuelan Winter League and logged a .322 batting average in 180 plate appearances with Leones del Caracas. vs. Agreed, Konerkos 28.1 WAR is surprisingly low, considering that 3 of his top 5 similarity score players are Willie Stargell, Orlando Cepeda, and Fred McGriff. 79. Konerko was always overlooked, even as a player. HOUSTON (AP) Jos Abreu and the World Series champion Astros agreed to a $58.5 million, three-year contract Monday, adding another powerful bat to Houstons lineup. [43], In 2,425 games over 18 seasons, Abreu posted a .291 batting average (2,470-for-8,480) with 1,453 runs, 574 doubles, 59 triples, 288 home runs, 1,363 RBI, 400 stolen bases, 1,476 bases on balls, .395 on-base percentage and .475 slugging percentage. Abreu was already annoyed that he would not be playing every day for the Angels, and when he learned what Burnett had done, he ordered Angels' management to either play him every day as the designated hitter or trade him. Abreu doesnt fit into any of these buckets, falling just a little bit short with a .291 average, 288 taters, and 400 steals. Besides Bonds, the 12 others are not just Hall of Famers but almost all first-ballot Hall of Famers (Lou Gehrig, Babe Ruth, Frank Thomas, Jim Thome, Ted Williams, Henderson, Joe Morgan, Mickey Mantle, Jimmie Foxx, Mel Ott, Schmidt and Jeff Bagwell). So we look to OPS+. Of the players on this list, Vladimir Guerrero only needed two years to make the Hall, and Larry Walker finally made the Hall of Fame in 2020 in his 10th and final year on the ballot. Same (just average) for his .354 OBP & .841 OPS. [1] He hit his first two home runs in the same game on April 28, 1997, against Jamey Wright and Steve Reed of the Colorado Rockies. [39], Abreu was noted for his plate discipline. September 28, 2014 I cant say for sure that hell be one of my top ten picks in 2024, when Adrian Beltre, Joe Mauer, Chase Utley, and David Wright join the BBWAA ballot. In his third season on the ballot, Abreu received just 8.6% of the vote after getting 8.7% last year. Bobby Abreu is that guy on this ballot Even looking back, purely from a statistical standpoint, I dont see any year when Abreu was really a top-end MVP candidate When Abreu was playing, I would call him the MBGPIBH Most Boring Good Player In Baseball History. Those three: Barry Bonds, Rickey Henderson and Bobby Abreu From 1998 to 2004, Abreu produced an average slash line of .308/.416/.525, with a low bWAR of 5.2 and a high of 6.6 (average of 5.9). Or at least a case against him. Its great that Larry Walker made it in but no Lofton, Jones and Edmonds makes it hard for more modern voters to put a check by his name. In 2001, he was the Honorary Chairman for the American Red Cross Blood Drive. [1], In 2003, Abreu was fourth in the league in walks (109), seventh in sacrifice flies (7), eighth in OBP (.409), and ninth in stolen bases (22). Bobby and Josh share the same surname and profession, which is why they are always compared. Abreu was involved in many events in the Philadelphia and Delaware Valley communities. Kenny Lofton, Luis Gonzalez, Brian Giles, Jim Edmonds, Johnny Damon, and Lance Berkman all appeared on the Hall of Fame ballot one time and received less than 5% of the vote, eliminating them from consideration on future ballots. Its also higher than Ichiro Suzukis (60.0), who is widely considered a lock to make the Hall on the first ballot in 2025. We have tools and resources that can help you use sports data. The thing is, what if Abreu had started at age 18 or 19, not age 24? He debuts his MLB career with the Chicago sox. ve, High School: Aragua (Aragua, Venezuela), Debut: In 58 games down the stretch of the 06 campaign, he slashed .330/.419/.507 with 7 HR and 42 RBI. Back in Cuba, the 27-year-old hit hundreds of balls each day, because the field was his sanctuary, a refuge where no one, not even Fidel Castro or his oppressive government, could touch him. What kind of baserunner will he be? By comparison, Damons XBT% is 48% while Loftons is 55%. I think not. The Chicago Cubs are expected to pursue free-agent first baseman Jos David Ortiz: Lone BBWAA Inductee to the Hall of Fame Class of 2022, Cooperstown Cred 2022 Hall of Fame Virtual Ballot, Joe Nathan and the Cooperstown Closer Conundrum, Sammy Sosa Ends his BBWAA Balloting Far Away from Cooperstown, The Hall of Fame Case for and Against Tim Hudson, Kaat, Oliva Among Six New Hall of Famers Elected Today, The Hall of Fame Case For and Against Danny Murtaugh, First-time Candidates on the 2022 BBWAA Hall of Fame Ballot. Quick: can you remember one notable thing Bobby Abreu ever did in his 20 postseason games? Bob Kelly Abreu (/bre.u/; Spanish:[bo aew]; born March 11, 1974), nicknamed "El Comedulce" and also "La Leche", is a Venezuelan former professional baseball outfielder, who played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Houston Astros, Philadelphia Phillies, New York Yankees, Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, Los Angeles Dodgers, and New York Mets. Abreu wanted to give back as soon as he joined the White Sox, and O'Reilly-Riordan mentioned the organization's knowledge of a special relationship Abreu WebBryan Abreu. They were spotted together at the stadium in 2019. Has Yadier Molina Successfully Framed His Hall of Fame Case? [3] He had his first official at-bat the following day against the St. Louis Cardinals when he flied out to left field as a pinch hitter in the top of the sixth inning. The Hall of Fame Debate About Chase Utley, David Wright: Cooperstown Cred for Mr. Met, Todd Helton and the Ongoing Coors Field Hall of Fame Debate. In baseball history, there are 87 players who have logged at least 10,000 plate appearances. Become a Stathead & surf this site ad-free. Lets take a look at Abreus statistics in comparison with several other outfielders who hit the Hall of Fame ballot in the last 13 years. On January 21, 2014, Abreu signed a minor league contract with the Phillies. Bobby Abreu played for 6 teams; the Houston Astros, Philadelphia Phillies, New York Yankees, Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Mets. Jose Abreu Chicago White Sox MLB Original Autographed Items, Topps Bobby Abreu Baseball Sports Trading Cards & Accessories, Topps Jose Ramirez 2014 Season Baseball Sports Trading Cards & Accessories; Additional site navigation. Abreu was signed as an amateur free agent by the Houston Astros on August 21, 1990. His swing is smooth, and he drives the teed-up ball toward the netting on the right side of the cage. Bobby Abreu has never won a World Series. Bryan Abreu is a Dominican baseball pitcher for the Houston Astros of Major League Baseball. There are a few advocates, however, worth noting: A five-tool player with dazzling speed, a sweet left-handed stroke, and enough power to win a Home Run Derby, Abreu was a stathead favorite thanks to his otherworldly plate discipline. The problem, however, is that OPS+ weighs heavier on Slugging percentage than it does on the more vital stat, OBP. 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[23], On November 5, 2009, the first day eligible players could file for free agency, Abreu accepted a two-year deal with the Angels, with a club option for 2012. Appreciating Albert Pujols Hall of Fame Career. Still, the collective viewpoint of the BBWAA (Baseball Writers Association of America) has been that Abreu was not Hall of Fame worthy. It's also available for football, basketball and hockey. He was a great hitter. WebBobby Abreu Position: Rightfielder Bats: Left Throws: Right 6-0 , 220lb (183cm, 99kg) Born: March 11, 1974 (Age: 48-345d) in Maracay, Venezuela ve More bio, uniform, draft, She even helped pick his jersey No. The case of Evans (1,605 BB), an overlooked star third baseman from the 1970s and 80s, represents the challenge Abreu faces. I might not dive. WebBobby Abreu and Jose Abreu are talented baseball field players representing two different teams. In fairness, there are three others who might have (probably would have) achieved this if not for player strikes making 150 games an impossibility: Pete Rose, Cal Ripken Jr., and Rafael Palmerio. Gwynn has him by 4 points in OPS+ and 9 wins in WAR. I cant recall thinking or hearing a case for him as an all-time luminary among right fielder., Alex Speier, Boston Globe,(Jan. 10, 2023), Theres usually one guy on every Hall of Fame ballot who has me absolutely stumped. [28] He was designated for assignment on August 1, 2012. And when it comes to baseball, it's the same routine: baseball, baseball and more baseball.". After making his Major League Baseball debut in September 1996, he opened the 1997 season as the Astros starting right fielder. Should Sweet Lou Piniella be in the Hall of Fame? Bryan Abreu is a baseball player who has a great bond with his teammates, like a brother. Abreu is 20th on the all-time walks list but hes behind Darrell Evans, who is underrated and maybe should be in the Hall of Fame, but he isnt. There is, of course, also a strong argument against him. Abreu, the 2020 AL MVP, gets $19.5 million in each of the next three seasons. When all was said and done a respectable .279 average with 2340 hits, 439 homers, 1412 rbis, .841 ops but only a 28 WAR. Abreu (illness) joined the White Sox in Houston ahead of the team's American League Divisional Series with the Astros, but he's uncertain to start in Game 1 on Bobby Abreu had 2,470 hits over his career. I don't want to disclose it due to their security. Dusty Baker Gets His Ring, Clinches His Plaque in Cooperstown, Bruce Bochy Heads to Texas, Delaying His Cooperstown Coronation, Mike Trout, now 30, already a future Hall of Famer, Max Scherzer Adds Another Milestone to His Hall of Fame Case, Justin Verlanders Inexorable March towards the Hall of Fame, Forget Koufax Comps; Clayton Kershaw is Going to the Hall of Fame Anyway, Zack Greinkes Hall of Fame Odds after Game 7 Disappointment, Hall of Fame Chances for Bryce Harper, Now a Postseason Star. Abreu began the 9-run inning by homering with Johnny Damon and Derek Jeter on base, then concluded it with a bases-loaded double that scored Hideki Matsui, Melky Cabrera and Jeter. Abreu received MVP votes in 7 different seasons but was not once ever in the top 10 in his league. Do you have a sports website? The Chicago Cubs are expected to pursue free-agent first baseman Jos Abreu this offseason, according to Bruce Levine of 670 The Score. 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