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Russell Martin made an appearance at shortstop for the first time in his 13-plus year career
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Former Blue Jays Catcher Russell Martin Announces Retirement - Sports Illustrated Toronto Blue Jays News, Analysis and More
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Derek Jeter says Roy Halladay was the toughest pitcher he ever faced
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Russell Martin Retirement Ceremony
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Russell Martin on return to L.A., Blue Jays exit, possible retirement
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Blue Jays fail to complete sweep of Red Sox as 10th-inning surge leads Boston to victory
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New Jays catcher Russell Martin confident handling R.A. Dickey's knuckleball