Ryan Minor, Integral to Baseball History with Cal Ripken, Dies

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University of Oklahoma, where Minor excelled in baseball and basketball, confirmed his death.

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In 1998, Minor stepped into the spotlight when Ripken ended his historic consecutive games streak.

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He played in 142 MLB games for the Orioles and Expos and had his jersey retired by Delmarva Shorebirds.

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At Oklahoma, Minor was a multi-sport star, helping the Sooners win a baseball national title in 1994.

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His basketball skills earned him Big Eight Player of the Year in 1995 and an NBA draft selection.

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Minor was set to be inducted into the Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame in 2024.

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A true sports legend, Ryan Minor's legacy lives on in the hearts of fans and the history of the game.

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