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MICHIGAN IN THE PROS Diego Padres: Stands 14-12 with a 3.81 ERA, 102 strikeouts and 42 walks in 31 games (208 innings pitched) … Has notched one complete game victory. • J.J. Putz (1995-99), P, Arizona Di- amondbacks: Stands 1-5 with a 2.98 ERA and 32 saves … Has struck out 61 against only 11 walks. NBA Notes DARIUS MORRIS After averaging 2.4 points and 8.9 minutes in 19 games during his rookie season, former U-M point guard Darius Morris was thrilled to receive a $962,000 qualifying offer to play at least one more season with the Los Angeles Lakers. He knows, how- ever, that his work has just begun. Morris joins a backcourt that fea- HAPPY IN LOS ANGELES • Chris Getz (Played at U-M from 2004-05), 2B, Kansas City Royals: Bat- ted .275 with 10 doubles, three triples, 17 RBI and 11 walks before going to the disabled list Aug. 18 with a broken thumb … Had an on-base percentage of .312 with 22 runs scored … Owns the longest MLB streak without a home run, spanning 908 at-bats. • Clayton Richard (2004-05), P, San MLB PLAYER UPDATES Through games of Sept. 25 thrown in for two minutes, I felt like I had to show everything that I could. In Summer League, I was able to get in a rhythm and get used to that feeling again. It let me know I don't have to hit a home run every play. Just let the game come to you. I'm just playing the game and getting more comfortable." He's willing to play anywhere asked, and his shot has reportedly improved to the point that he could see some time at shooting guard. "As of now, I still imagine I'd be playing point guard," Morris said. "But because of my size, I have an ability to play the off guard. In the new offense, both of the guards have to be able to do the same things. You really just have to make plays in the new offense. "They haven't come and told me anything, so I'm just going to keep doing what I've always done and play point guard." u MARKETPLACE Doing Life Different Ann Arbor – We invite you to visit an area with streets that are brimming with restaurants, boutiques, arts and entertainment, where people engage in the art of living. www.visitannarbor.org/wolverine or 1-800-888-9487 Learn more at Survival Straps™ Michigan® tures Steve Nash, Steve Blake and Chris Duhon, and is expected to compete with the latter for minutes as the team's backup point guard. "I focus on my game and I'm con- fident," Morris told the Los Angeles Times. "Whenever it may be, I just have to be ready. During an 82-game season, chances are likely your name will be called at some point during the season. You have to be ready at all times. When it's called, take ad- vantage of it." Morris showed outstanding work ethic in reportedly spending nearly every day this summer at the team's practice facility for informal offsea- son workouts. He added 10 pounds, to 205, and spent hours watching film. It paid off this summer when he led the Lakers' Summer League team in points (15.2 per game) and assists (4.2 an outing). "When I re-signed, I knew I had to work as hard as I've ever done this next year and be ready for the up- coming season," Morris said. "It was a definite blessing. "A lot of times last year when I got Gear Check out our website for super tough, officially licensed Michigan® survival gear! www.survivalstraps.com Order now and get FREE* GROUND SHIPPING on a 3 Gallon University of Michigan 3 Flavor THE POPCORN FACTORY They'll Study Harder With A Care Package From The Popcorn Factory®! Popcorn Tin! Use Promo Code GOBLUE. www.ThePopcornFactory.com *Offer expires 12/31/12. Prices & charges subject to change without notice. Void where prohibited. It's Tailgate Time! "Block M" shaped pasta with a delicious vinaigrette mix included! Pasta + Mix serves 4-6. Start the tradition this weekend! www.pastashoppe.com Call 800-421-7751 to advertise in The Wolverine Marketplace Or email Dave at dsearcy@comanpub.com Authentic Michigan Helmet $299 Plus $10 S&H (add Sales Tax in NC, mI or IN) Riddell's Michigan "Speed" authentic full-size helmet features a large-size shell, special-order facemask worn by most of the star players who choose to wear the Speed, internal padding reflective of the "Speed Classic" design, and 4-pt. chinstrap. Official maize & blue colors. "Michigan" bumper. Approx. 10" tall. Not to be worn. Made to order and dropshipped from the manufacturer. (Item #1465) THE WOLVERINE • P.O. BOx 2331 • DuRHam, NC 27702 1-800-421-7751 • www.comanpublishing.com OCTOBER 2012 THE WOLVERINE 89

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