He won 314 games and recorded 3,500 strikeouts, but he’s remembered as much for his acknowledged spitball, with saliva just one substance in his arsenal.
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Gaylord Perry, Hall of Fame Pitcher With a Doctoring Touch, Dies at 84
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World Series: These Are Still Jeff Luhnow’s Astros
The New York Times – Sports:Jeff Luhnow was fired over Houston’s elaborate sign-stealing scheme. He takes responsibility but not blame and has moved on to building soccer teams.
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Why Do 50 Percent of Steroid Suspensions Come From Dominican Republic?
The New York Times – Sports:Around 50 percent of baseball’s positive drug tests come from Dominican players. From Jenrry Mejia and Fernando Tatis Jr. to minor leaguers and teenagers, the problems permeate all levels.