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Justin Thompson

8/27/2005

Just nine days after making his first major league appearance since 1999, Justin Thompson has been optioned to the minors by the Rangers. Thompson allowed a home run in each of his two short outings over the last nine days, including the third grand slam of Ichiro Suzuki's career.

8/17/2005

Thompson will be returning to the major leagues for the first time since 1999. The Texas Rangers have recalled the 32-year-old lefthander, who has had a promising career as a starting pitcher sidetracked by shoulder and elbow problems.