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The Rays, formed in 1998, wear 'fauxback' uniforms from 1979
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Rays to go retro — before team existed - Ballpark Digest
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John Metchie Will Visit the Patriots on Tuesday
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The dismay of a Mets fan who missed Game 6
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Huskies Sweep Doubleheader, Lumberjacks Advance to Title Game
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One Foot Tsunami: Tampa Bay's Fauxback Uniform
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Watch: Eli Apple's Former Teammate Calls Him a Little Brat
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Cardboard appreciation: 1981 Topps 1980 NL Championships
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Jorge López Gets 1st Save For Minnesota Twins
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Unique Situation to Determine Midwest League Title in CR Tonight
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Printing mistake leads to Walmart selling Kansas City Chiefs-San
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Baseball Fans In New York State Outraged Over Anthem Controversy