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As Paul O'Neill's No. 21 is retired, one last kick of a water cooler
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Paul O'Neill Yankees No. 21 retired
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NY Yankees retire Paul O'Neill's No. 21
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Paul O'Neill's No. 21 to be retired by Yankees
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NY Yankee Paul O'Neill's No. 21 to be retired on Aug. 21
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Paul O'Neill's No. 21 to be retired by Yankees
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As Paul O'Neill's No. 21 Is Retired, One Last Kick of a Water Cooler - The New York Times
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Yankees had perfect gift for Paul O'Neill
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Paul O'Neill's No. 21 to be retired by Yankees
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Yankees retire Paul O'Neill's No. 21 jersey, Cashman booed
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Yankees legend Paul O'Neill to receive ultimate honor this August