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Should the Reds consider adding A's starter Paul Blackburn at the
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Revisiting The 1972 World Series: Oakland A's Defeat Cincinnati
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On October 21, 1972 — The Cincinnati Reds send the World Series to
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Reds beat A's 2-1
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How the 1972 Oakland A's, Bay Area's first sports dynasty
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1973 Topps #205 World Series Game 3 Reds Win Squeeker. VG
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On October 21, 1972 — The Cincinnati Reds send the World Series to
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Oakland Athletics - Wikipedia
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Catcher Johnny Bench of the Cincinnati Reds stands on first base