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Billy Hamilton’s speed thrills the minor leagues

Billy Hamilton, left, is fast approaching the pro baseball record for stolen bases.

Billy Hamilton, left, is fast approaching the pro baseball record for stolen bases.  (Al Seib / Los Angeles Times)

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The announcer is at a loss for words, the opposition is rattled, and shortstop Billy Hamilton is on track to shatter a pro baseball stolen-bases record.

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Hamilton walks onto the field for batting practice before start of a game against the Stockton Ports at Sam Lynn Ballpark in Bakersfield.  (Al Seib / Los Angeles Times)

Ken Griffey Sr., Billy Hamilton

Hamilton, right, gets some tips from manager Ken Griffey Sr. during practice.  (Al Seib / Los Angeles Times)

Billy Hamilton

Hamilton practices hitting before start of a game.  (Al Seib / Los Angeles Times)

Billy Hamilton

Hamilton looks at the pitcher as he runs for second base, stealing his 102nd base.  (Al Seib / Los Angeles Times)

Billy Hamilton

Hamilton beats the throw to home plate during a game against the Stockton Ports.  (Al Seib / Los Angeles Times)

Billy Hamilton

Hamilton leaps over a sliding opponent as he throws to first base for a double play.  (Al Seib / Los Angeles Times)

Billy Hamilton

Hamilton signs autographs while holding the one-year-old son of a teammate following a game against the Stockton Ports.  (Al Seib / Los Angeles Times)

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