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Sidd Finch: A pitcher, part yogi and part recluse. - Sports Illustrated
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Day 21 without sports: Sidd Finch fooled us all in 1985 April Fools
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It's April Fools: Happy birthday, Sidd Finch - Newsday
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Sidd Finch, New York Mets Wiki
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Local residents tell tales of April Fools' jokes, Local News
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Sidd Finch April Fools' article: 1985 New York Mets prospect - Sports Illustrated
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New York Mets pitcher named Sidd Finch Featured on Sports Illustrated - This Day In Baseball
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