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Professional baseball player Blaine Crim, recently released by the Texas Rangers, contemplates a new career opportunity in Asia, holding his bat.

Blaine Crim seeks new Asia opportunity after Rangers release

At 29, first baseman Blaine Crim, a consistent minor league performer for the Texas Rangers, is opting to leave the MLB system entirely to sign with a team in Asia.

Marco Moretti· Jun 25· 3 min read

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