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J.R.
Richard
Starting Pitcher
Birthdate
7/3/1950
BAT/THR
Right/Right
Birthplace
Vienna, LA
College
Arizona State
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Position
Starting Pitcher
Birthdate
7/3/1950
BAT/THR
Right/Right
Birthplace
Vienna, LA
Debut Year
1971
College
Arizona State
Career History
Houston Astros
1971-1980 (10 Seasons)
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