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“The only way you preserve pitching arms is throwing that makes the arm stronger.”

Quote by Juan Marichal

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Juan Marichal, born on October 20, 1937, is a renowned baseball player. He is known for his exceptional pitching skills and unwavering spirit throughout his career. more

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