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" All of my buddies and I wanted to be Cal Ripken. "
Steve Clevenger
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" I grew up in a very culturally diverse area of America, and I am very proud to come from there. I am also proud that my inner circle of friends has never been defined by race but by the content of their character. Any former teammate or anyone who has met me can attest to this, and I pride myself on not being a judgmental person. "
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