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Phil Niekro of New York Yankees pitches in the first inning against Toronto Blue Jays on Sunday, Oct. 6, 1985 in Toronto, Canada. Niekro is trying for his 300th win. (AP Photo/Mark
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Pitcher Phil Niekro of the New York Yankees pitches a complete game News Photo - Getty Images
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Phil Niekro of New York Yankees pitches in the first inning against Toronto Blue Jays on Sunday, Oct. 6, 1985 in Toronto, Canada. Niekro is trying for his 300th win. (AP Photo/Mark
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Pitcher Phil Niekro of the New York Yankees pitches a complete game News Photo - Getty Images
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Phil Niekro of New York Yankees pitches in the first inning against Toronto Blue Jays on Sunday, Oct. 6, 1985 in Toronto, Canada. Niekro is trying for his 300th win. (AP Photo/Mark
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Niekro makes his pitch for 300th win
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Niekro makes his pitch for 300th win
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