51.   Angioplasty solved that problem, and Bartzen returned to the court hitting balls within days.

52.   And what makes him unique is that he can hit the ball in any direction.

53.   And, just for variety, hit the ball.

54.   Anderson hit the ball between Cruz in left and center fielder Vernon Wells and motored into third base standing.

55.   Angel began hitting balls again in January, backing off at the slightest suggestion of pain.

56.   Anything can happen when you hit the ball hard.

57.   Another player hit a ball into the outfield, and Greer ran to home plate to help.

58.   As a Little Leaguer, he would hit balls over the fence and across the street.

59.   As he watched his young son hit golf ball after golf ball, the father saw a talent so promising it would some day captivate the sporting world.

60.   As for his game, Daly still hits the ball as long as anybody else.