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The Elusive, Endangered 'Knuckleball'

Tim Wakefield, formerly of the Boston Red Sox, was the oldest active player in the majors before retiring in 2011. For years he was the only pitcher throwing a knuckleball. (Break Thru Films)
Tim Wakefield, formerly of the Boston Red Sox, was the oldest active player in the majors before retiring in 2011. For years he was the only pitcher throwing a knuckleball. (Break Thru Films)

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