HOF Inside Pitch: Memories of Tommy Lasorda; Eddie Robinson Hits Century Mark

LASORDA EMBODIED THE SPIRIT OF THE GAME

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The heartbeat of the Dodgers franchise for parts of eight decades as a pitcher, scout, coach and general manager, Tommy Lasorda passed away last week at the age of 93. Click here to reflect on the life and career of this Hall of Fame legend.

Eddie Robinson celebrates 100 years of making history

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The 21st known big leaguer to reach centenarian status, Eddie Robinson turned 100 years old last month. Click here to read more about the Navy veteran, World Series champion and former general manager.

#CardCorner: 1981 Topps Ken Landreaux

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Topps' 1981 Ken Landreaux card highlights the outfielder during his stint with the Twins. Click here to read more about how Landreaux captivated fans the year prior with a 31-game hitting streak.

Jan. 13, 1982: Twins' selection of Puckett began a championship run

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Thirty-nine years ago this week, the Minnesota Twins selected Kirby Puckett in the first round of the now-defunct January Draft. Click here to read more about how the future Hall of Famer changed the course of the franchise.

HELP US PRESERVE BASEBALL HISTORY

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“We’re not afraid of DiMaggio or Keller. The man we fear is [Joe] Gordon.” – Dodgers manager Leo Durocher before the 1941 World Series. To learn more about Joe Gordon and to help digitally preserve our collection of his photographs, click here.

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