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Former Cubs pitcher Jon Lester, part of team's World Series core, announces his retirement - Chicago Sun-Times
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Jon Lester retires
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Jon Lester retires after epic MLB career as Red Sox, Cubs ace - Sports Illustrated
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Jon Lester beat the yips with focus and determination - Sports Illustrated
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Former Cubs, Red Sox pitcher Jon Lester announces retirement National News - Bally Sports
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RUN ITS COURSE': Ex-Red Sox, Cubs ace Jon Lester to retire
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Jon Lester Retires After 16 MLB Seasons; Won 3 World Series with Red Sox and Cubs, News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors
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Jon Lester beat the yips with focus and determination - Sports Illustrated
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Jon Lester
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World Series: Chicago Cubs beat Cleveland Indians in Game 7 - Sports Illustrated
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Chicago Cubs: Inside story of their World Series triumph - Sports Illustrated Vault