The Story of an MLB Pitcher Who Literally Forgot How to Pitch, Then Returned to the Majors at a New Position

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The team called Ankiel up at the end of the 2004 season. He made five relief appearances, surrendering just one walk in 10 innings, an encouraging sign despite an ERA of 5.40. But just months later, Ankiel left pitching altogether following a brutal outing in spring training.