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“I have no trouble with the twelve inches between my elbow and my palm. It's the seven inches between my ears that's bent.”

Quote by Tug McGraw

Book:Ya Gotta Believe!: My Roller-Coaster Life as a Screwball Pitcher and Part-Time Father, and My Hope-Filled Fight Against Brain Cancer

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Ya Gotta Believe!: My Roller-Coaster Life as a Screwball Pitcher and Part-Time Father, and My Hope-Filled Fight Against Brain Cancer

This book is a candid account of the author's life as a screwball pitcher and his role as a father, interwoven with his struggle against brain cancer. The narrative offers insights into the challenges and triumphs of his personal and professional life. more

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Tug McGraw was an American professional baseball player, born on August 30, 1944, and passed away on January 5, 2004. He was known for his exceptional pitching skills and passion on the field. more

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