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September 27, 1987: Phil Niekro returns to Braves for final start
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Phil Niekro The History of the Atlanta Braves
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Phil Niekro, Hall of Fame knuckleballer who starred with Braves
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⚾️On July 31, 1978 taking advantage of a rare fastball from
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Phil Niekro, Baseball Hall of Famer and Braves Legend, Dies at Age
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Phil Niekro, Atlanta Braves legend known for knuckleball pitch
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Phil Niekro, Atlanta Braves legend known for knuckleball pitch
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Phil Niekro, Braves legend and Hall of Famer, dies at 81
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Phil Niekro, Atlanta Braves legend known for knuckleball pitch
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Atlanta Braves History: Phil Niekro's Amazing 1967 Season
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