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40 years ago today, we tragically lost - New York Yankees
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Thurman Munson death, Plane Crash in Canton, Ohio
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Yankees honor Thurman Munson during pregame
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A Look Back: New York Yankees captain Thurman Munson perished in
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Remembering Yankees legend Thurman Munson
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40 Years Later: Remembering Thurman Munson
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Jeter returns as Yankees honor 1998 team at Old-Timers' Day, Boone
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Remembering Yankees legend Thurman Munson
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Remembering Yankees legend Thurman Munson
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August 6, 1979: Yankees bury Thurman Munson, win emotional game
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Old-Timers remember the Boss
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Thurman Munson 1979 - Munson Memorial & Tribute, Yankee Stadium, 8
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Hall of Fame Pitch - BallNine
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Happy 70th birthday in Heaven Captain, you are forever missed