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June 13, 2008
By STEVEN KRASNER
Journal Sports Writer
CINCINNATI -- Sean Casey played eight years in Cincinnati, and when he was with the Reds, he was called “Mr. Mayor” for his affable personality.
The fans remembered him fondly when he came to the plate for the first time last night, giving him a long ovation. Casey acknowledged it by stepping out of the batter’s box, doffing his helmet and holding it out to the fans.
“That was special,” said Casey afterward. “I had a great relationship with the fans and to get that kind of ovation was one of the best moments of my career.”
Adding to career moments, Casey dunked a single to left in the seventh inning. It was the 1,500th hit of his career.
Earlier, Casey said he would appeal the three-game suspension he was given for his part in the June 5 brawl with the Rays at Fenway Park. His appeal will be heard on June 23, the same day Crisp’s appeal of his seven-game suspension will be heard.
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