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Lester retires with 200 wins, 3 World Series rings
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Wednesday, 12 January 2022 04:18
Three-time World Series champion and 200-game winner Jon Lester is retiring after a 16-year career.Lester, 38, told ESPN that his body just isn't up for the rigors of a major league season anymore. He made 30 or more starts 12 times during his career and 28 during his final season split between the Washington Nationals and St. Louis Cardinals.His résumé…
Welcome to Mr. Throwback, where athletes and celebs get their retro sports gear
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Wednesday, 12 January 2022 03:58
NEW YORK -- Walking through the doors of Mr. Throwback is like climbing through a wardrobe that leads you to the gates of sports Narnia.The vintage sportswear store in the East Village of New York City is a sea of snapback hats, jerseys, Starter jackets and 1990s toys. Michael Jordan posters are plastered everywhere. An oversized Knicks watch hangs on…
'Maybe the best playoff pitcher ever': What made Jon Lester an October legend and potential Hall of Famer
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Wednesday, 12 January 2022 05:28
Now that Jon Lester has announced his retirement from baseball after 16 major league seasons, there will undoubtedly be a good discussion about his Hall of Fame candidacy in five years.But as far as his teammates are concerned, there is no debate."I told my kids, I'm not going until Jon gets in," former Boston Red Sox and Chicago Cubs teammate…
Mets to retire No. 17 jersey of Keith Hernandez
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Tuesday, 11 January 2022 16:40
The New York Mets will retire the No. 17 jersey of former first baseman Keith Hernandez, who becomes just the fourth player in franchise history to receive the honor.The ceremony is scheduled to take place Saturday, July 9, the team announced Tuesday.Hernandez, who has been with the franchise for almost three decades as a player and broadcaster, ranks second in…
Rays bullpen catcher Jean Ramirez dies at 28
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Tuesday, 11 January 2022 20:05
Tampa Bay Rays bullpen catcher Jean Ramirez died Monday, the team announced. He was 28.No further details were provided by the team."Jean was an incredible teammate and friend," Rays manager Kevin Cash said in a statement Tuesday. "He brought so much passion and energy each day to our clubhouse and bullpen, and his love for the Rays and baseball was…
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