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A member of the Isotopes grounds crew helps drag the tarpaulin across the field after the seventh inning of an exhibition game between the Albuquerque Isotopes and their parent club, the World Series champion Florida Marlins. The Isotopes won the rain-shortened game 9-1 Sunday at Isotopes Park, called after a 30-minute delay sent home the record crowd announced at 14,177.

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Fans Megan Famiglietta (left) and Jenn Senn refused to leave their seats until the game was rained out after seven innings. The two stayed covered and sent text messages to each other to pass the time at Isotopes Park on Sunday.

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Isotopes starting pitcher Kevin Olsen struck out five and allowed one run in 3 innings against the Marlins om Sunday. Olsen, who was hit in the face by a baseball last year at Fenway Park, said he was eager to show he's throwing the ball well again.


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Fans battle for a souvenir foul ball as Albuquerque Isotopes first baseman Larry Sutton falls into the first row.

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Albuquerque Isotopes shortstop Wilson Valdez throws to complete a double play as Florida's Miguel Cabrera slides into second base in the second inning.

MARLINS MEMORIES

Fans at Isotopes Park hauled in autographs, foul balls and plenty of memories before and during an exhibition game between the World Series champion Florida Marlins and the Albuquerque Isotopes on a chilly, rain-soaked Sunday afternoon. The inclement weather didn't deter the record turnout of 14,177 as they watched the Isotopes claim a 9-1 victory in a rain-shortened game.

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Florida Marlins outfielder Juan Pierre tosses a glove back up to fans after autographing it before the game. Pierre is the Marlins' starting center fielder.

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Ken Stone takes one last glance at the World Series trophy after having his picture taken next to it. Fans were allowed to pose with the trophy for a $5 charge to benefit amateur baseball in Albuquerque.

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