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The Life & Legacy of Tony Gwynn—Part 3: “Flirting with .400”
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Padres] Nine years ago, we lost our beloved Tony Gwynn. Not a day goes by that we don't miss you, Mr. Padre! #19 forever in our hearts 🤎💛 : r/Padres
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Remembering great Tony Gwynn moments against the Dodgers - True Blue LA
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Diamondbacks reliever quits tobacco use after Tony Gwynn's death
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Tony Gwynn, Hall of Fame outfielder with San Diego, dies at 54 – The Denver Post
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this debut for 99 TONY GWYNN was a little chaotic 😂
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99 Tony Gwynn Debut! Signature Series! MLB The Show 19 Diamond Dynasty
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Chicago White Sox's Chris Sale credits Tony Gwynn for quitting chewing tobacco
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A SLAM DUNK GREAT HITTER / Gwynn almost didn't play baseball at San Diego State
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Aztecs to retire Gwynn's No. 19 before season opener – The Morning Sun
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Long-time Fishers resident, Hall of Famer Tony Gwynn dies
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Tony Gwynn - Wikipedia
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Tony Gwynn and Bob Welch the Hall of Miller and Eric
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Photos: Tony Gwynn's Storied Career in San Diego Sports
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Hall of Famer Tony Gwynn dead at 54 – New York Daily News