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Bill Freehan, catcher on 1968 champion Detroit Tigers, dies at 79

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August 19, 2021August 19, 2021News Room

He played his entire career with the Tigers, from 1961 through 1976. In addition to 11 All-Star appearances, Freehan was awarded five Gold Gloves.

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