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May 20, 2006: The Michael Barrett-A.J. Pierzynski fight
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Notorious Basebrawls - Sports Illustrated
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Cubs' Barrett slugs Pierzynski, leads to melee - ESPN
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A. J. Pierzynski - Wikipedia
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Chicago White Sox's A.J. Pierzynski, right, is safe at home after he
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May 20, 2006: The Michael Barrett-A.J. Pierzynski fight
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Barrett Punched A.J. 10 Years Ago Today
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This Day In Sports Clips on X: May 20, 2006: A brawl ensues after
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Will 2017 Cubs follow in the footsteps of the 2006 White Sox
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The fans do care. The fans are excited': White Sox-Cubs might not
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May 20, 2006: The Michael Barrett-A.J. Pierzynski fight
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Chicago Cubs: Top five memorable bench-clearing brawls
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Today in Chicago White Sox History: May 20 - South Side Sox