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Why did the St. Louis Cardinals trade Keith Hernandez to the New York Mets in 1983? The Cards received relievers Neil Allen and Rick Ownbey while the Mets received a great hitter
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Studious Metsimus: I'm Keith Hernandez! Happy Birthday To Me!
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Keith Hernandez number retirement: Former Mets remember career
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Worst Cardinal Trades of the Last 40 Years
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The 10 worst trades in St. Louis sports history
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Keith Hernandez traded to Mets 40 years ago
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St. Louis Cardinals: Keith Hernandez, the 2nd worst trade
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The 10 worst trades in St. Louis sports history
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Keith Hernandez stunned by Mets jersey retirement news
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Scott Rolen should wear STL Cardinals hat at MLB Hall of Fame