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“I have observed that baseball is not unlike war, and when you get right down to it, we batters are the heavy artillery.”

Quote by Ty Cobb

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Ty Cobb, born on December 18, 1886, and died on July 17, 1961, was one of the greatest baseball players in American professional baseball history. Known for his exceptional hitting skills and on-field performance, Cobb achieved remarkable feats during his MLB career, including over 4,000 hits, over 3,000 runs scored, and over 2,000 stolen bases. His career is filled with legendary stories, and he is often referred to as the 'King of Steals'. more

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