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Thomas is certain something is afoot – about $10 million (all figures U.S.) of something. That chunk of his future earnings rests on his ability to stay in the lineup for a total of 376 trips to the plate in '08. He believes the Jays' motive for benching him is to save that money. With 304 appearances to go, he's healthy but turns 40 in May and is batting only .167, with 10 measly hits in 60 at-bats.
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This is going to get real intereesting as the season progresses. I think it's too early for him to be placed on the bench because of his performance. Just look at Big Papi, he was slumpng badly but he is back in the thick of things.
Edit: I didn't realize to a few minutes he was released....damn.