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TIL Nancy Faust was the organist for the Chicago White Sox from 1970-2010, and was the first stadium organist to start playing tunes from advertising, TV shows, and popular music. She missed only 5 games in her 40 years, due to the birth of her son. She is recognized at the Baseball Hall of Fame.

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