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Dunn says he played most of season with hand injury

MLB, Cincinnati Reds

CINCINNATI -- Adam Dunn said he played most of last season for the Reds with a hairline fracture in his right hand.

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Dunn said the injury occurred when he dived into third base in a game against Houston in May. Later in the season, he said he was hit by a pitch in the same spot.

It wasn't clear if former Reds manager Dave Miley or the Reds front office were aware of Dunn's injury.

Dunn said his hand still hurts but he downplayed the injury. It was checked this week, and the doctor recommended he put a splint on it, he said.

Right.

"The heck with that," Dunn said.

Dunn is expected to move from the outfield to first base this season. He hit .247 with 40 home runs and 101 RBI last season.

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