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Ankiel on target in unannounced start
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Ankiel decides time is right to tell story of his battle with 'the
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Rick Ankiel is Toying With The Idea of Pitching Professionally
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Throwback] Cardinals P Rick Ankiel throws 5 wild pitches in the
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Rick ankiel hi-res stock photography and images - Alamy
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Mozeliak: Rick Ankiel committed to comeback
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2009/05/04 Ankiel's injury
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Former St. Louis Cardinals pitcher-turned-outfielder Rick Ankiel
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Ankiel speaks from experience, will try to help others
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Rick Ankiel discusses his career and perseverance at Book Festival
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2000 NLDS Gm1: Rick Ankiel throws five wild pitches in Game 1 of
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After meltdown against Braves, Rick Ankiel turned to alcohol