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Athletics, Giants Legend Vida Blue Dies at Age 73

Six-time All-Star Vida Blue died at the age of 73.

"Vida will always be a franchise legend and a friend," said the Oakland Athletics, for whom Blue played nine seasons. "We send our deepest condolences to his family and friends during this arduous time."

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A statement from the Oakland A's on the passing of Vida Blue. <a href="https://t.co/fAMIU7MHCO">pic.twitter.com/fAMIU7MHCO</a>

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The southpaw also played six years for the San Francisco Giants and had a two-year spell with the Kansas City Royals. He finished 209-161 with a 3.