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Coming off busy offseason, Sean Gallagher driven to win spot in Padres' rotation

PEORIA, Ariz. (AP) — San Diego Padres pitcher Sean Gallagher was career-minded this offseason.First he traveled to Venezuela for winter ball to get his left knee back into pitching shape. Then he headed to Peoria to get his whole body into top shape.It's all part of Gallagher's plan to have the best possible chance as he competes for one of two available spots in the Padres' starting rotation. One of three pitchers acquired in a July trade that sent outfielder Scott Hairston to Oakland, Gallagher is expected to compete with Clayton Richard , Mat Latos , Wade LeBlanc, Tim Stauffer and several other pitchers for a starting job."My career has got to come first," Gallagher said. "This year is a big year for me."...

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