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Joe Mauer's speech from the Twins' ceremony to retire his No. 7
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Joe Mauer's Hall of Fame Case Begins Behind the Plate - The Ringer
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Joe Mauer retires after 15 seasons with Twins, writes goodbye
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Joe Mauer receives a standing ovation as he comes out in his
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Mauer doubles, catches in emotional likely finale with Twins