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As Detroit Tigers Evolve, Success Is a Constant - The New York Times
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Kent Tekulve to retire from Pirates broadcasts at end of season
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Random thoughts about Kent Tekulve - Lone Star Ball
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Former Pirate Tekulve, a heart transplant recipient, speaks at Heart Association gala
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Kent Tekulve: Retirement & Heart Health
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Former Pirate Tekulve, a heart transplant recipient, speaks at Heart Association gala
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Everybody is a star
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Joe Starkey: Strong spirit still defines 'We-Are-Fam-a-lee' Pirates
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The worst trade ever made
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Winter 2019 UPPER ST. CLAIR TODAY by UPPER ST. CLAIR TODAY Magazine - Issuu
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Tekulve home for holidays with gift of new heart