Indians activate Jason Giambi

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    ason Giambi's long career, the highs and lows and everything in between, has brought the slugger back to his beginnings.

    Just as he did as a rookie in 1993, he's wearing No. 72.

    "I guess I've come full circle," the slugger said.

    Giambi was activated from the 60-day disabled list Monday for the surging Cleveland Indians, who have moved within 3½ games of first place in the AL Central. The 43-year-old had been sidelined since June 12 with soreness in his left knee. But the popular player is back in time to help Cleveland's playoff push.

    When Giambi broke in with the Oakland Athletics 21 years ago, he was given No. 72 and a locker near future Hall of Famer Goose Gossage, one of the most intimidating closers in history.

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