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1. I held the record for most home runs of anyone until 2007. I'm known as Hammerin' Hank. Who am I?
2. In 1999 I signed a record seven year, 105 million contract to pitch for the Dodgers. Who am I?
3. I was one half of the Bash Brothers. My brother Ozzie played along side me for awhile. Who am I?
4. I spent my first seven years with the Giants. Since then I have played for the Angels, Twins, Angels again, Royals and then with the Yankees (man, it's chili in the Bronx). I announced my retirement before the 2000 season. Who am I?
5. I was voted one of the 50 most beautiful people by 'People' magazine. I've spent most of my days in Minnesota but now I enjoy the Baltimore area. I gave up John Kruk's last hit. Who am I?
6. I am the original 'Pudge'. I just had my number 72 retired by the White Sox. It was my homerun that won game six of the series for the Red Sox in '75. Who am I?
7. I'm known as 'Doc'. I am the uncle of Gary Sheffield. I was the youngest player ever selected to the All Star game. Pretty sure my career is now over. Who am I?
8. I am the greatest lead-off hitter this game has ever known. I have the most stolen bases in a season with 130. Who am I?
9. I was supposed to play for the Padres but I refused and chose only to play for the Yankees. If it wasn't for Hideo Nomo, you'd remember me right away. Who am I?
10. Can you believe I hit three homeruns in one World Series game. They call me 'Mr. October'. Who am I?
11. I pitched the eighth perfect game in history against the Chicago Cubs in 1965. It was the fourth no hit game that I pitched in my career. In 1972 I became the youngest player ever elected to the Hall of Fame. I was also named the player of the decade for the 1960s. Who am I?
12. I was the speedy centerfielder for the Cleveland Indians. I started my career as an Astro and played a season for the Braves, but I always come home to my Tribe! I played a season with the Chicago White Sox in 2002. Who am I?
13. One number says it all ... 70! Who am I?
14. I've won more games for the Braves than any other pitcher. I had one of the greatest knuckleballs ever. I have spent several seasons as the manager of the all-female team, the Colorado Silver Bullets. I have a brother named Joe that also pitched in the major leagues. Who am I?
15. I wore a batting helmet in the field all those years as a Blue Jay. Today I wear a different batting helmet in the field with the Mariners. Oh yeah, I had a stop in New York too. Who am I?
16. I played for the Twins for many years, helping them win the Series in '87. I had my career cut short by some eye problems but will forever be known as a fan favorite. Who am I?
17. I was the man in the pen for the Royals for many years. I saved 212 games for them from 1980-1985. I had my life cut short but not before becoming one of the most respected players in the game. Who am I?
18. As far as stories goes, I called my shot, drank a lot and 'built' a house. Who am I?
19. I am one of, if not the, greatest shortstop to ever grace the field. Known as the 'Wiz', I didn't have much of a stick but my 'golden' glove did most of my talkin'. Who am I?
20. They call me the 'Big Hurt'. I've been stuck on the White Sox roster for an eternity and now it seems to be paying off. Who am I?
21. In 1999 I led the National League with 41 saves even though my team only won 68 games. I've got one of the only last names in baseball that starts with a U. Come to think of it, so does my first name. Who am I?
22. Albert Belle pretty much squished me one night in Milwaukee. You can find me playing second base for the Cardinals but other than that you're on your own. Who am I?
23. I was the 1998 Rookie of the Year in the National League. I struck out 20 batters in one game. I missed all of 1999 but now I'm back. Who am I?
24. I have more wins than anyone will ever have as a pitcher. I have my own award named after me. My name is Denton. Who am I?
25. I've doing nothing real fancy, just lucky enough to have my last name start with the letter Z. I've played for a lot of teams. I spent most of my time in St. Louis but I've also played for the Cubs, Phillies, Orioles, Dodgers, Marlins and Rangers. You can find me playing for the Mets right now. Who am I?
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