Julio Franco back in baseball

[japetus462]

http://m.espn.go.com/general/story?storyId=10942604&city=dallas&src=desktop

Playing independant ball at age 55.

[BeefMaster]

I've seen that franchise play before - they use to be a part of the American Association, which our local team is a part of.  Sadly, it appears that they switched leagues a couple years ago, and it looks like Julio is only playing home games anyway.

[Brookensrules!]

This is fantastic news.