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Atlanta Braves sign former Phillies slugger Ryan Howard to minor league contract
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In this Saturday, Aug. 22, 2015 file photo, Philadelphia Phillies pinch hitter Ryan Howard (6) heads to the dugout after striking out during a game against the Miami Marlins in Miami. - photo by Alan Diaz
NEW YORK — Free agent slugger Ryan Howard has reached a minor league deal with the Atlanta Braves, hoping for another chance to play in the majors. The 37-year-old Howard wasn’t signed by the Philadelphia Phillies after last season. The Braves made the deal Thursday.Howard will report to extended spring training next week.
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