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Mike Shannon, hometown star athlete who became voice of the
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Nov. 5, 1971: Cardinals take a chance on a rookie announcer named
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St. Louis legend Mike Shannon turns 80 years old
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Mike Shannon - Celebrating 50 Years in the Broadcast Booth
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Up to the Mike: Ol' Shannon has done it again — with a grill in
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Nov. 5, 1971: Cardinals take a chance on a rookie announcer named
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Mike Shannon talks about retiring as voice of the Cardinals
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It was too emotional': Shannon at loss for words when honored
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Mike Shannon was a perfect fit in St. Louis
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Nov. 5, 1971: Cardinals take a chance on a rookie announcer
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Cardinals] He was our voice, our friend, and an icon for
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Nov. 5, 1971: Cardinals take a chance on a rookie announcer named
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