Dustin Ackley proves he belongs
Posted Jun 18, 2011
As he spoke with a sizeable group of media before the game, Dustin Ackley’s hands trembled slightly. Just hours from making his major league debut, the Mariners’ top prospect was enduring what turned out to be the toughest part of his day. It was tougher than facing All-Star right-hander Roy Oswalt.
(Tacoma News Tribune)
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