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Tom Seaver dies at 75; the Hall of Famer almost became a Phillie in 1966

Tom Terrific died on Monday. The Phillies had a chance to sign him, but the Mets won a three-team blind draw out of a hat.

Tom Seaver pitched for 20 seasons. He had a 2.86 ERA and went into the Hall of Fame in 1992. He died on Monday.
Tom Seaver pitched for 20 seasons. He had a 2.86 ERA and went into the Hall of Fame in 1992. He died on Monday.Read moreRichard Drew / AP
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