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The Closer

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With Faith And Focus, Mariano Rivera Became Baseball's 'Closer'

The New York Yankees relief pitcher is revered both for what he did and what he didn't do — behave scandalously, pick fights, take drugs or chase big contract offers to other cities.

With Faith And Focus, Mariano Rivera Became Baseball's 'Closer'

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R.A. Dickey On 'Winding Up' As A Knuckleballer

R.A. Dickey currently plays for the New York Mets. He was previously with the Seattle Mariners, Minnesota Twins, Texas Rangers and Milwaukee Brewers. courtesy of the author hide caption

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R.A. Dickey On 'Winding Up' As A Knuckleballer

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New York Mets pitcher R.A. Dickey is currently the only knuckleball pitcher in the major leagues. His memoir, Wherever I Wind Up, explains how his life — and career — have mimicked the unpredictable trajectory of the difficult pitch he throws game after game.

R.A. Dickey On 'Winding Up' As A Knuckleballer

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R.A. Dickey On 'Winding Up' As A Knuckleballer

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R.A. Dickey On 'Winding Up' As A Knuckleballer

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New York Mets pitcher R.A. Dickey is currently the only knuckleball pitcher in the major leagues. His new memoir, Wherever I Wind Up, explains how his life — and career — have mimicked the unpredictable trajectory of the difficult pitch he throws game after game.

R.A. Dickey On 'Winding Up' As A Knuckleballer

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'Winding Up' As The Mets' Knuckleball Pitcher

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'Winding Up' As The Mets' Knuckleball Pitcher

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New York Mets pitcher R.A. Dickey is currently the only knuckleball pitcher in the major leagues. His new memoir, Wherever I Wind Up, explains how his life — and career — have mimicked the unpredictable trajectory of the difficult pitch he throws game after game.

'Winding Up' As The Mets' Knuckleball Pitcher

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