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Former Tiger Lou Whitaker snubbed for the Hall of Fame Modern Era vote - Bless You Boys
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HOF committee: Whitaker's case discussed, fell short this time
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Tigers should honor Lou Whitaker despite latest Hall of Fame Snub
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The History of Opening Day and the Detroit Tigers - Vintage Detroit Collection
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Lou Whitaker: Detroit Tigers iconic second baseman
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Lou Whitaker: Detroit Tigers iconic second baseman
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Former Detroit Tigers second baseman Lou Whitaker talks to the media News Photo - Getty Images
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Detroit Tigers hail Lou Whitaker; he's ready for Baseball Hall of Fame
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Lou Whitaker On Jose Iglesias Wearing His #1 - CBS Detroit