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Pitching and managing giant Roger Craig, 93, remembered for legendary optimism and split-finger fastball

  • Roger Craig won three World Series titles during his 12-year MLB career and later managed the San Francisco Giants.
  • Craig was famed for developing and spreading the split-fingered fastball, which revolutionized pitching in the 1980s.
  • Craig managed the Giants for eight seasons, leading them to two division titles and a National League pennant.
  • Craig was a father figure who inspired players and fans with his positive outlook and catchphrases like "Humm Baby."
  • Craig is survived by his wife of 72 years, four children, seven grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.
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