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Very sad news, even sadder due to the fact he's suffering from dementia. He's always been a great interview and story teller from every clip I've seen of him. A true delight to listen to, and one of the all-time great manager's. When he reaches the end, and it's not looking good, I hope it's peaceful and pain free.

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Very sad news, even sadder due to the fact he's suffering from dementia. He's always been a great interview and story teller from every clip I've seen of him. A true delight to listen to, and one of the all-time great manager's. When he reaches the end, and it's not looking good, I hope it's peaceful and pain free.

All that plus...

I recently saw the clinching game of the '70 WS. After they handed out the trophy, Sparky dropped by the O's clubhouse and congratulated Brooks and the whole organization. Class act!

I can't remember the exact quote. Shortly after that WS, Sparky said that he still had nightmares about Brooks Robinson. :laughlol:

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