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NY Yankees retire Paul O'Neill's No. 21
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Shannon Drayer] Kelenic suffered the fracture kicking a water cooler after he struck out last night. He has been much calmer this year, but all it takes is one kick. According to
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New York Yankees history: Paul O'Neill's number 21 must be retired
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As Paul O'Neill's No. 21 is retired, one last kick of a water cooler
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As Paul O'Neill's No. 21 Is Retired, One Last Kick of a Water Cooler - The New York Times
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Paul O'Neill Ejections
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Paul O'Neill Number Retirement before Yankees vs. Blue Jays on Sunday, August 21, 2022
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New York Yankees retire Paul O'Neill's No. 21; GM Brian Cashman, owner Hal Steinbrenner booed by fans - ESPN
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Paul O'Neill Yankees No. 21 retired