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Kirby Puckett, 1960-2006

Kirby Puckett died Monday, March 6, a day after the Hall of Fame outfielder had a stroke at his Arizona home. He was 45.

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Kirby Puckett, 1960-2006

Puckett's legacy

by Brandt Williams, Minnesota Public Radio
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Sports Illustrated columnist Steve Rushin grew up in Bloomington and now lives in Connecticut. He says Puckett is one of the greatest athletes he's ever covered. Rushin talks about how Puckett will be remembered.

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