October 19
Toronto Star
columnist Chris Zelkovich
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Gregg Zaun says his goals are to return to the post-season and put in 20 years in the major leagues. But if the former Toronto Blue Jays catcher keeps calling it like he sees it on Rogers Sportsnet's baseball playoff broadcasts, you have to wonder if he can last another five seasons. On Thursday, for example, he had this to say about Philadelphia closer Brad Lidge: "The key to being a closer is to have a short memory. Unfortunately, I don't think Brad Lidge has a very short memory." On Friday, he criticized Phillies first baseman Ryan Howard for poor fundamentals while fielding a bunt. On Saturday, he noted that former battery-mate A.J. Burnett had crossed up Yankees catcher Jose Molina. ..."