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Yankees stop using Kate Smith recording while investigating racism

The Yankees have suspended the use of Kate Smith's recording of "God Bless America" during the seventh-inning stretch while they investigate an allegation of racism against the singer.

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Apr 19, 2019, 9:42 AM

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