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Mike Shannon dies, hometown star became voice of the Cardinals
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Ward's homer leads Angels to 5-1 win, Cards' 4th loss in row
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It was too emotional': Shannon at loss for words when honored
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Mike Shannon dies at 83
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Mike Shannon – Society for American Baseball Research
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Former St Louis Cardinals star and legendary broadcaster Mike
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Mike Shannon
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Conn: In Mike Shannon we lost a truly memorable St. Louis icon
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Longtime St. Louis Cardinals broadcaster Mike Shannon will retire
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Mike Shannon Dead: St; Louis Cardinals Broadcaster, World Series
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Nov. 5, 1971: Cardinals take a chance on a rookie announcer named