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“Everyone keeps me telling me how great a knee replacement is. Whitey Ford said it was great and so did Ralph Branca. If I had one of those, I don't know that I would retire. But if I left for a month or more, who's going to want me back?”

Quote by Don Zimmer

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Don Zimmer, a renowned baseball manager from the United States, was born on January 17, 1931, and passed away on June 4, 2014. He had a career spanning over 50 years in baseball, serving as a coach for several teams, including the New York Yankees and the Chicago Cubs. Zimmer was known for his unwavering spirit and exceptional tactical acumen, and is widely regarded as one of the greatest managers in baseball history. more

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