Picture this: it’s a sunny day at Yankee Stadium in the 1970s, excitement filling the air. You take your seat, and there he is—Thurman Munson, the heartbeat of the New York Yankees.
You're captivated as this ball player, a symbol of grit and leadership, takes his place behind home plate. His eyes scan the field with a focus that anticipates every move. M…
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