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Legendary MLB Slugger Frank Howard Passes Away at 87

Frank Howard, the towering slugger known for his tape-measure home runs for the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Washington Senators, has passed away at the age of 87. Howard, listed at 6-foot-7 and 255 pounds, played for 16 seasons in the major leagues and hit 382 home runs. He twice led the American League in home runs and drove in 1,119 runs in his career. Despite his power at the plate, Howard also had a propensity for striking out, with 1,460 strikeouts in his career. He was beloved by teammates and fans for his humble demeanor and sense of humor.

via The New York Times|

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Baseball Legend Frank Howard Passes Away at 87

Frank Howard, known as the "Capital Punisher," has passed away at the age of 87. Standing at 6-foot-7 and weighing about 270 pounds, Howard was recognized as one of baseball's strongest and most feared hitters during his seven seasons with the Washington Senators. He hit monumental home runs, some of which flew over 500 feet. Howard's legend grew as he acquired nicknames like Hondo and the Washington Monument. Despite falling short of the Baseball Hall of Fame, he remained an enduring favorite of Washington's baseball fans. A statue of him stands outside Nationals Park, and he was regarded as an elder statesman of the game.

via The Washington Post|

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