SEATTLE - APRIL 15: Members of the Seattle Mariners, wearing #42 in honor of Jackie Robinson day, stand during the national anthem prior to the game against the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim at Safeco Field April 15, 2009 in Seattle, Washington. Getty Images logo Getty Images 8 months ago

SEATTLE - APRIL 15: Members of the Seattle Mariners, wearing #42 in honor of Jackie Robinson day, stand during the national anthem prior to the game against the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim at Safeco Field April 15, 2009 in Seattle, Washington.

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