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From Justin Verlander to Mark Fidrych: A look back at the Detroit Tigers' opening day starters
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1976-06-28 New York Yankees vs Detroit Tigers
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Detroit Tigers flashback: Mark Fidrych, 'horse manure' and an ovation
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MARK FIDRYCH Detroit TIGERS Baseball 1976-1980 THE BIRD ** Pick a Card **
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Baseball Musings: Pitchers Archives
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June 28, 1976 - The Bird's Magical Performance 45 years ago today, Detroit Tigers rookie sensation Mark The Bird Fidrych captivated the baseball world with a complete game victory over the
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Detroit Tigers flashback: The night Mark Fidrych was 'horse manure' and got a standing 'O
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Mark Fidrych Detroit Tigers Coverage
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June 28, 1976 - The Bird's Magical Performance 45 years ago today, Detroit Tigers rookie sensation Mark The Bird Fidrych captivated the baseball world with a complete game victory over the
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1976-06-28 New York Yankees vs Detroit Tigers
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MARK FIDRYCH Detroit TIGERS Baseball 1976-1980 THE BIRD ** Pick a Card **
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Detroit Tigers flashback: Mark Fidrych, 'horse manure' and an ovation