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Tony Gwynn, Hall of Fame hitting great, dead at 54
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Tony Gwynn was a hit in Padres debut — 40 years ago today - The San Diego Union-Tribune
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Tony Gwynn: 60 things to know on what would have been his 60th birthday - The San Diego Union-Tribune
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August 7, 1999: Tony Gwynn hits milestone - The San Diego Union-Tribune
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Tony Gwynn, 'Mr. Padre,' Dies At 54
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Padres honor Tony Gwynn's birthday by announcing new community youth endeavor
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San Diego Padres mark Tony Gwynn's 62nd birthday
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2001: Final Swing Suddenly, we're all a little older - The San Diego Union -Tribune
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Tony Gwynn Embodied The Third Time's the Charm With an Incredible Strikeout Stat