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VisitOrlando Cepeda inducted into Puerto Rico Sports Hall of Fame by end of 2024?
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San Francisco Giants Hall of Famer Orlando Cepeda Dies at 86
Jun 29, 2024, 03:46 AM
San Francisco Giants legend and Baseball Hall of Famer Orlando Cepeda has died at the age of 86. Known as 'Cha-Cha' and 'The Baby Bull,' Cepeda had a distinguished career, hitting 379 home runs, batting .297, and making 11 All-Star teams over 17 seasons. He was unanimously selected as the NL Rookie of the Year in 1958. The Giants held a moment of silence for Cepeda at Oracle Park. Cepeda, an MVP from Puerto Rico, also played for the Boston Red Sox in 1973. He was remembered for his gentle soul and significant contributions to baseball. Cepeda survived a stroke and fall six years ago.
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