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“Man, if I made one million dollars I would come in at six in the morning, sweep the stands, wash the uniforms, clean out the office, manage the team and play the games.”

Quote by Duke Snider

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Duke Snider
Duke Snider

Duke Snider was an American professional baseball player who played for the Brooklyn Dodgers and New York Mets. Known for his exceptional hitting ability and defensive skills, Snider was a key player in the Dodgers' World Series wins in 1955 and 1959. He was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1980. more

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