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7 reasons why we'll miss Jim Leyland

After eight years with Detroit, skipper Jim Leyland announced Monday that he'll be stepping down. Leyland, who's racked up three pennant wins and a championship in his 22 years as a manager, began his career with the Tigers as a catcher in 1963. Here's seven reasons why he'll be missed.

7. His influence on fan fashion:

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6. His extensive knowledge of meteorology:

5. His singing voice:

4. His entrepreneurial spirit:

3. His dance moves:

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2. His high-school swag:

1. Did we mention his dance moves?

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