Transcript: Interview: John Feinstein discusses the retirements of Cal Ripken Jr. and Tony Gwynn

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Interview: John Feinstein discusses the retirements of Cal Ripken Jr. and Tony Gwynn

Host: ALEX CHADWICK Time: 11:00 AM-12:00 Noon

ALEX CHADWICK, host:

Two of baseball's most enduring superstars say their farewells to the game this weekend. Cal Ripken Jr. makes his final appearance as a Baltimore Oriole tomorrow, and Tony Gwynn plays his last game as a member of the San Diego Padres on Sunday. It's going to be an emotional moment for both players and for their teams and their fans. Commentator John Feinstein joins me now. Good morning, John.

Mr. JOHN FEINSTEIN (Sports Commentator): Good morning, Alex.

CHADWICK: There are similarities, ...

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