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Former Phillies great Ryan Howard officially retires from baseball
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Ryan Howard announces retirement from baseball
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Former Philadelphia Phillies star Ryan Howard officially retires with 'Thank You, Philly' letter - 6abc Philadelphia
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As Ryan Howard retires, let's look back at the six best moments of his career
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Ryan Howard - Wikipedia
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Former Phillies first baseman, 3-time All-Star Ryan Howard officially announces his retirement
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RYAN HOWARD The Big Piece Autographed Official Major League Baseball JSA
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Phillies Great Ryan Howard Officially Announces Retirement
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Former Philadelphia Phillies star Ryan Howard officially retires with 'Thank You, Philly' letter - 6abc Philadelphia
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Phillies great Ryan Howard officially announces retirement – The Mercury
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Thank You, Philly by Ryan Howard
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Former Phillies All-Star Ryan Howard announces retirement from baseball at age 38