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- Oct 9, 2020
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Breaking News: At the age of 91, Hall of Famer, Whitey Ford has Passed Away.

The Yankees are incredibly saddened to learn of the passing of Hall of Famer Whitey Ford. Whitey spent his entire 16-year career as a Yankee. A 6x WS Champion and 10x All-Star, The Chairman of the Board was one of the best lefties to ever toe the rubber. He will be deeply missed. pic.twitter.com/2KDi4V9SeA — New York Yankees (@Yankees) October 9, 2020

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The Yankees pitcher Whitey Ford is dead at 91. A beloved and irrepressible son of New York City, he won more games than any other Yankee. https://t.co/YjbAiGqf8f — The New York Times (@nytimes) October 9, 2020

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We are devastated to hear of the great Whitey Ford’s passing. One of Yogi’s closest companions, Whitey was so incredibly kind and caring, beyond being a legendary pitcher. This loss is immense. Here’s to you, the Chairman of the Board. We love you. pic.twitter.com/ngJD1lDq6O — Yogi Berra Museum (@YogiBerraMuseum) October 9, 2020

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We’re so saddened to learn of the passing of Yankee legend Whitey Ford 💙 Our thoughts are with Whitey’s family, friends and the entire MLB community who loved him. (Pictured here is Whitey’s 1960 Topps card, which was number 35 in the set.) pic.twitter.com/4VvRHVPI5E — Topps (@Topps) October 9, 2020

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