The New York Times – Music:
From his initial success as a jazzy crooner through his generation-spanning duets, his career was remarkable for both its longevity and its consistency.
Author: Bruce Weber
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Homer Jones Dies at 82; Wide Receiver Specialized in Bombs and Spikes
The New York Times – Sports:
For a few years with the Giants, he was among the most feared pass catchers in the N.F.L. — and the acknowledged inventor of an end-zone celebration.
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Joe Pepitone, Rowdy Star When the Yankees Faded, Dies at 82
The New York Times – Sports:
He had All-Star years, won three Gold Gloves, hit with power and was a fan favorite, but as the team’s fortunes dimmed, his renegade lifestyle had its costs.
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Tim McCarver, 81, All-Star Catcher in Hall of Fame as Broadcaster, Dies
The New York Times – Sports:
He played with four teams over four decades and won two World Series titles, then took his baseball smarts and gift of gab into the TV booth.
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Hector Lopez, Who Broke a Baseball Color Barrier, Dies at 93
The New York Times – Sports:
A utility player for the powerhouse Yankees of the 1960s, he was named manager of the Triple-A Buffalo Bisons, becoming the first Black manager at minor league baseball’s highest level.
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Nichelle Nichols, Lieutenant Uhura on ‘Star Trek,’ Dies at 89
The New York Times – Film:
She was among the first Black women to have a leading role in a TV series. She later worked with NASA to recruit minorities for the space program.