Legendary Dodgers pitcher Fernando Valenzuela dies at 63

Legendary Dodgers pitcher Fernando Valenzuela dies at 63

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Fernando Valenzuela, a former popular player and Dodgers Spanish language TV commentator, passed away at 63. He left his commentator role abruptly last month. Valenzuela gained fame in the 80s, winning the Cy Young Award and Rookie of the Year in 1981, sparking 'Fernando Mania'.

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Where did the 63-year-old pass away?

LA Area Hospital

San Francisco Medical Center

New York City Hospital

Chicago General Hospital

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What role did Valenzuela recently hold before leaving?

Commentator for Dodgers' Spanish TV

Team Manager

Baseball Coach

Sports Analyst

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When did Valenzuela leave his commentator job?

Last week

Last month

Last decade

Last year

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Which award did Valenzuela win in the 1980s?

Cy Young Award

Silver Slugger

Golden Glove

MVP Award

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What phenomenon did Valenzuela inspire in 1981?

Baseball Craze

Fernando Mania

Dodger Fever

Pitcher's Delight