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Royals' Edinson Volquez learns of father's death after World Series
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News of Father's Death Was Withheld From Royals Starter Edinson
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Royals starter Edinson Volquez's father passes away shortly before
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Edinson Volquez father dies before WS Game 1
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For Royals' Edinson Volquez, a Bittersweet Start in His Father's
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Edinson Volquez father dies before WS Game 1
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2015 World Series: Volquez honors late father with strong start in
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Was it Right to Keep Dad's Death From World Series Pitcher?
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Volquez tidy on mound; Royals fall to Rangers 10-0
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Volquez pitches Royals to WS title after father's death
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World Series: Royals' Edinson Volquez's father dies day of Game 1