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Houston Astros - Astros Hall of Fame starting pitcher J.R. Richard
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J.R. Richard, a legendary Dodgers nemesis, dies at age 71 - True
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Houston Astros legend J.R. Richard passes away at age 71
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J.R. Richard, power pitcher for Astros in '70s, dies at 71
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J.R. Richard, power pitcher for Astros in '70s, dies at 71
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J.R. Richard, Fireballing Pitcher Whose Career Was Cut Short, Dies
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Jim Fassel, former Giants head coach, dead at 71
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