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Kindred: It's OK to say it now, Illinois' 2001 Big Ten champs were unique, fun, special
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10 years ago, Wainwright threw the curve that froze New York
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A Cardinals win in three acts: Wainwright's curve, Goldschmidt's late night, Hicks' sizzle
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10 years ago, Wainwright threw the curve that froze New York
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30 Clubs in 30 Days: Adam Wainwright Demos Curveball
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Adam Wainwright once lived up to his good-guy reputation by paying a cash-strapped minor leaguer's car rental
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Adam Wainwright is one of only five active MLB players aged 40 or older
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Adam Wainwright throws complete game 2-hit shutout of Pirates
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10 years ago, Wainwright threw the curve that froze New York
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Kindred: 'Golden era' of Bloomington-Normal football? It's happened right before our eyes
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