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Puerto Rico has a vibrant and extensive history with the game of baseball. But their connection to the big leagues started with one pitcher, Hiram Bithorn, who debuted 79 years ago this week to become the first person from Puerto Rico to play in the majors. Mike and Bill look at his truncated life and career, and how both ended far too soon. Plus, happy birthday to Ted Sizemore and Barney McCosky!
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Puerto Rico has a vibrant and extensive history with the game of baseball. But their connection to the big leagues started with one pitcher, Hiram Bithorn, who debuted 79 years ago this week to become the first person from Puerto Rico to play in the majors. Mike and Bill look at his truncated life and career, and how both ended far too soon. Plus, happy birthday to Ted Sizemore and Barney McCosky!
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