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Stearns passes away at 71

Stearns passes away at 71

John Stearns was a good guy off the field, but a 'bad dude' between the lines

Sep 16, 2022
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Despite four All-Star appearances and an 11-year career filled with highlights and records, Stearns is widely remembered for the collision with Hall of Famer Dave Parker.

In fact, it was a moment that played a central role in earning him the nickname, “Bad Dude.”

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