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Penciled in behind him was Ildemaro Vargas, who’s expected to be Abrams’s backup during the regular season.

From Washington Post • Mar. 17, 2023

Penciled in as the Huskies’ starting right fielder this year, Brady got off to a slow start at the plate.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 8, 2018

Penciled notations on the bathroom wall next to a scale mark where he daily noted his weight.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2018

Penciled in as the No. 2 starter behind Jose Quintana, Rodon has been sidelined all season because of bursitis in his left biceps.

From Washington Times • Jun. 28, 2017

Penciled across the top in red were the words “Racial Justice.”

From "Black Like Me" by John Howard Griffin