The Hall of Fame Case for Danny Murtaugh
Danny Murtaugh was a humble Irishman with a bad ticker who led the Pirates to two World Series titles.
November 9, 2021
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Danny Murtaugh was a humble Irishman with a bad ticker who led the Pirates to two World Series titles.
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