On January 21 1987 — Free agent pitcher Vida Blue comes to terms with the Oakland Athletics but will surprise the team next month by announcing his retirement. The 37 year-old southpaw, who posted a 10-10 record with San Francisco last season, compiled a 209-161 (.565) record along with an ERA of 3.27 during his 17-year tenure in the major leagues.
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