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“Tom Cruise only makes one or two film appearances a year. A baseball player can be the hero or the goat one-hundred and sixty-two times a year.”

Quote by Dave Winfield

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Dave Winfield, born on October 3, 1951, is an American professional baseball player. He played as an outfielder in Major League Baseball, known for his exceptional defensive and hitting skills. Winfield earned numerous honors throughout his career, including two MVP awards and multiple All-Star selections. more

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