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Texas Rangers first baseman Jack Burger explains his jersey number
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Texas Rangers first baseman Jack Burger explains his jersey number

A new Texas Rangers player is bringing proven offensive protection and an inspiring story to the franchise. NBC 5’s Pat Doney caught up with Jake Burger at spring training in Surprise, Arizona.

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