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Former pitcher Kerry Wood among fans rooting for the Cubs in Chicago
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Kerry Wood, with his son Justin, stretches in the outfield.
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60 Moments: No. 52, Kerry Wood strikes out 20 - The Athletic
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Chicago Cubs pitcher Kerry Wood's son, Justin, comes onto the field to greet him after his final appearance in the eighth inning against the Chicago White Sox at Wrigley Field in Chicago
May 6, 1998: Kerry Wood's 20 strikeout game
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Kerry Wood: The 25th anniversary of his 20 strikeout game with the Cubs
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Former Cubs pitcher Jon Lester retires after 16 seasons