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Former Phillies coach, scout Maje McDonnell dies

Published Jul. 8, 2010 7:39 p.m. ET

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The Philadelphia Phillies say former coach Robert ``Maje'' McDonnell has died.

McDonnell died at his home in Philadelphia on Thursday. He was 89.

McDonnell spent nearly six decades working for the Phillies, starting as a batting practice pitcher in 1947. He served as a coach, scout, instructor at tryout camps and Phillies Phantasy Camps and as a tour guide at Veterans Stadium during 57 years with the team.

He retired last year.

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