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Phil Niekro, Hall of Fame knuckleballer and former Braves pitcher, dies at 81

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Braves Hall of Famer Phil Niekro dies at 81 after battling cancer

Braves Hall of Famer Phil Niekro dies at 81 after battling cancer

Phil Niekro, Atlanta Braves legend known for knuckleball pitch, dies at age 81