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souldrummer
I’m real happy for Dukes. He didn’t really create significant incidents off the field. He accepted a demotion to AAA last year with maturity. I was saddened that they cut him, especially with the lack of options in the majors and the need for a right handed bat in their outfield. I thought he was at least a viable option to play at AAA. I suppose he’s a bit of a loner or downer in the clubhouse.
I had heard that he had some family issues with his father (getting released from jail or passing, can’t remember)? Of course his paternity challenges also weigh him down as well. I doubt a Bears salary is making much of a dent in addressing these issues. Still, it seems to me that his talent is worth a decent minor league contract and hopefully he can parlay a strong performance with the bears into that.
Guest 3503
In all honesty, if they didn’t want him, I’m surprised we didn’t keep him for a couple months and then trade him for a prospect. Though, since the rest of the league declined to sign him, I guess I shouldn’t be surprised.
hardwired7
Elijah Dukes in Newark, N.J.?
I see no possible way in which this can end well.
jimboslice9
Well, the town of Newark itself isn’t bad, it’s the surrounding areas, so, as long as he doesn’t wander too far, or start hanging out in Camden, it shouldn’t end as poorly as it seems, but will probably still end poorly.
TheReturnOfMrBlanks
Newark Bears got some Pop in their Line up and some serious MLB experience…..lol I hope Wards still taking pitchers Long Long Deep…Good times!
cory
if produces in the independent league for the rest of their season if will sign a minor league deal with a invite to spring training for sure. get the temper in line dude!
ArodSucksAtLife
I find myself wondering what bsox21 has to say about this signing.
beantownbosoxh8er
just what Dukes needs is to be hanging out with Crazy Carl Everett.
beantownbosoxh8er
just what Dukes needs is to be hanging out with Crazy Carl Everett.
beantownbosoxh8er
Just what Dukes needs ! Time to hang out with Crazy Carl Everett.
beantownbosoxh8er
Just what Dukes needs ! Time to hang out with Crazy Carl Everett.