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Royals-Cardinals World Series: That's Don Denkinger's Wish
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Don Denkinger, longtime MLB umpire, dies at 86
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Former MLB umpire and KC resident Steve Palermo dies at 67; shooting ended career
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MLB's Worst Blown Calls - Sports Illustrated
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Don Denkinger, umpire whose stellar career was overshadowed by blown call, dead at 86
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Close Call Sports & Umpire Ejection Fantasy League: 30-Year AL Umpire Don Denkinger Dies at 86
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Don Denkinger, umpire haunted by blown call in 1985 World Series, dies at 86 - The Washington Post
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Don Denkinger, umpire whose stellar career was overshadowed by blown call, dead at 86
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Don Denkinger, umpire whose stellar career was overshadowed by blown call, dead at 86
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Longtime MLB umpire Don Denkinger dies at age 86
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Oct. 26, 1985: The day Don Denkinger robbed the Cardinals blind
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