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Why Nick Swisher Is Ecstatic over Andre Ethier’s Extension

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Have you ever seen Andre Ethier and Nick Swisher in the same room together?

I only ask because, from 2009 through 2011, you couldn't tell the difference between the two at the plate.

You're not sure? Take a look:

Swisher: 503 G, .267/.368/.486, 81 HR, 256 RBI

Ethier: 434 G, .284/.364/.477, 65 HR, 250 RBI

But in 2012, it's been a different story.

Even without Matt Kemp in the lineup for a large chunk of the season, Ethier is on pace to have one of his best seasons as a pro. Through last night's game, he has a slash line of .291/.350/.509 with 10 home runs and 54 RBI.

Swisher, though he won last night's game against the Atlanta Braves with his two-run home run in the top of the eighth ...

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