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Max Lanier, 1915-2007
2007-02-04 10:59
by Bob Timmermann

Max Lanier, who pitched 14 seasons in the majors, which included three straight World Series apperances for the St. Louis Cardinals, passed away Tuesday in Florida at age 91.

During his career, Lanier led the NL in ERA one season, 1.90 in 1943. Lanier's son Hal played and managed in the majors as well. Papa Lanier batted .185 in his career and Son Lanier batted .225 as a shortstop.

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2007-02-04 11:21:27
1.   Greg Brock
And Hal's brother Bob was the #1 pick in the 1970 NBA draft, picked by the Detroit Pistons.

What a family.

2007-02-05 08:52:26
2.   dianagramr
Happy 30th birthday, Adam Everett

(determined to blunt the run of obits lately)

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