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Kauffman Stadium best moments
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MLB's ultimate one-hit wonders
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KC has no regrets regarding tough call by third-base coach
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Clintonville's Mike Jirschele talks MLB - Waupaca County Post
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Royals' Terrance Gore strives to be more than a designated base
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Full speed ahead for Royals southpaw Lamb
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Royals promote Jirschele to Major League staff
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A Long Journey to Spring - Royals' coach Mike Jirschele's path to MLB
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Jirschele honored at Minor League awards ceremony