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Hank Kaplan, one of the most respected boxing writers and historians in the world, died in his Florida home early Friday morning at the age of 88. Kaplan was the founder and editor of the Boxing Digest, a long time correspondent for Ring magazine and a truly beloved figure in the fight world. (link)

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