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“The true harbinger of spring is not crocuses or swallows returning to Capistrano, but the sound of the bat on the ball.”

Quote by Bill Veeck

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Bill Veeck, born on February 9, 1914, and died on January 2, 1986, was a renowned American promoter known for his innovative marketing strategies and contributions to professional sports. more

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