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Tigers' Akil Baddoo homers on first MLB pitch; his parents went nuts
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To understand Akil Baddoo's play, you must first know his heart - The Athletic
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How Detroit Tigers' Akil Baddoo went from wrestling his brother to a magical debut homer
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Akil Baddoo 1st Major League At-bat, hits first career HOME RUN on FIRST PITCH! (Tigers/Indians) HD
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Detroit Tigers' Akil Baddoo went from wrestling family to a debut HR
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Tigers' Akil Baddoo hit in the groin on stolen-base attempt
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To understand Akil Baddoo's play, you must first know his heart - The Athletic
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Rookie Akil Baddoo delivers walk-off hit, Detroit Tigers down Minnesota Twins in extras
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Long shot Akil Baddoo does this with his first MLB pitch, his parents go wild
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Akil Baddoo: Tigers rookie homers in first MLB at-bat, parents react - Sports Illustrated
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