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Joe DiMaggio: the case for the GOAT

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    Joe DiMaggio: the case for the GOAT

    CF · Yankees · Born 25 November 1914, Martinez, California, USA · Died 1999 · Career 1936–1951

    Center fielder known as 'the Yankee Clipper' who spent his entire career with the New York Yankees, missing three seasons to World War II service.

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    Why Joe DiMaggio could be the GOAT

    DiMaggio's 56-game hitting streak is one of the most unbreakable records in sport. He won nine championships in 13 seasons and hit 361 home runs while striking out only 369 times. He embodied graceful, winning baseball.

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