THE SIDELINES : Angel Aids Japan Fund Drive
Angels pitcher Jim Abbott found time today to assist the Japanese agencies helping victims of the Oct. 17 earthquake in Northern California.
Abbott, the Angels’ rookie who was born without a right hand, arrived in Japan on Thursday to solicit money for the earthquake relief effort. In addition, Abbott raised almost $6,600 for the NHK Helping Hand Campaign in Japan and $25,500 for the organization worldwide.
He gave out autographed baseballs to the first 200 people who made donations. The funds will go to help the handicapped, the elderly, orphans and others in need, according to NHK spokesman Hidetaka Kazetani.
Abbott was 12-12 with a 3.92 ERA this season.
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