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What makes him special is his curiosity': At age 72, the Dusty
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Mr. 2000: Astros manager Dusty Baker reaches milestone mark
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Braves throw 2-hitter, blank Astros 2-0 for 2-1 Series lead
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Dusty Baker, 72, returning to Astros on one-year deal after
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Dusty Baker tells newspaper he is retiring as manager of the
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Dusty Baker tells newspaper he is retiring as manager of the
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ALCS Managerial Report Card: Dusty Baker
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Dusty Baker's leaving Chas McCormick on bench frustrates some
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Dusty Baker discusses contract situation
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