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J. R. Richard - Wikipedia
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Houston Astros legend J.R. Richard passes away at age 71
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J.R. Richard Tribute
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J.R. Richard Tribute
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JR Richard, dominant Astros righty, dies
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Houston Astros legend J.R. Richard passes away at age 71
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Bob Kendrick on J.R. Richard's legacy
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Who was J.R. Richard and what was his cause of death?
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Obituary: J.R. Richard (1950-2021) – RIP Baseball
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J.R. Richard, power pitcher for Astros in '70s, dies at 71