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New York Yankees: Will Joba Chamberlain Still Pitch in 2012?

Chamberlain of the New York Yankees certainly has seen the highest of highs and the lowest of lows.  It was just five short years ago that he burst onto the scene—seemingly out of nowhere—and struck out 34 batters in 24 innings for the "Bronx Bombers." 

The stuff he exhibited—high 90s fastball and sharp, devastating breaking balls—gave everyone hope of a bright future for the young star.

Since then it has been "rocky" to say the least.

In 2008, Joba began the season in the Yankee bullpen, but early in the year was moved into the rotation at the behest of owner Hank Steinbrenner.  That season ended in August with rotator cuff tendinitis and Chamberlain finished with a 4-3 record and a 2.60 ERA.

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