George Steinbrenner, Yankees’ Owner, Dies At 80

George Steinbrenner, Yankees’ Owner, Dies at 80

Mr. Steinbrenner bought a declining Yankees team in 1973, and then, in an often tumultuous reign, placed his stamp on seven World Series championship teams.

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