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06-16-2014, 10:48 AM
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I didn't even know he had an illness, and I see on here many others didn't know either.
May he rest in peace.
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06-16-2014, 10:56 AM
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I didn't realize speed was a part of his game early on. He stole 50 bags one year.
I always get jealous when I hear older guys talk about Mantle and Mays because I didn't get to see them play. But I feel very fortunate that I did get to see Tony.
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06-16-2014, 11:20 AM
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Wow, this is the first I heard about Gwynn's passing. One of the greatest hitters in baseball history. Much too young.
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06-16-2014, 11:23 AM
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Best wishes went out to his family and friends. He was one of the best hitters of my time watching baseball.
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06-16-2014, 11:26 AM
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In a strike shortened season he hit .394. Think about that!
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06-16-2014, 12:51 PM
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I just saw something crazy about his career and the timing of his passing. The only time Tony Gwynn ever struck out three times in a game was on April 14, 1986 and the pitcher was Bob Welch, who also just passed away. Got him all three times.
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06-16-2014, 12:52 PM
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I remember an epic confrontation in a game 7 playoff when Maddux came on in relief and retired Gwynn to clinch it. Great hitter, no drugs, just relentless hard work.
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