Clayton Richard ranks among the National League leaders in a number of categories this season including a meaningful one that won't show up in any statistical charts. On days when he is not pitching, Richard trots out onto the field just before each game to catch the ceremonial first pitch. "I think it's great," Padres manager Bud Black said Friday. "It's really cool for the person making the ceremonial first pitch to look down there and seeing a quality major league player taking the time to be part of the moment. "It's also meaningful to Clayton. "He enjoys the interaction....
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