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J.R. Richard dead: Former Astros pitcher dies at 71 - Sports Illustrated
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Houston Astros legend J.R. Richard passes away at age 71
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Astros legend J.R. Richard dead at 71
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J.R. Richard, legendary Astros pitcher, dies at 71
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Astros pitching great J.R. Richard dies at age 71: Teammates honor 'dominating' competitor
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Obituary: J.R. Richard (1950-2021) – RIP Baseball
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Astros pitching great J.R. Richard dies at age 71: Teammates honor 'dominating' competitor
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J.R. Richard, Astros legend, dies at 71 – 101 ESPN
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Houston Astros great JR Richard dead at 71 after 'complications from Covid
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J.R. Richard, Fireballing Pitcher Whose Career Was Cut Short, Dies at 71 - The New York Times
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Obituary: J.R. Richard (1950-2021) – RIP Baseball
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J.R. Richard: Houston Astros All-Star pitcher passes away at age 71