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pitched a no-hitter and asked Woolf to handle his endorsements and related off-the-field opportunities. In 1966, Woolf renegotiated his contract, and Wilson—impressed with Woolf's advice and negotiating skill—introduced him to other Red Sox players. Soon after, Woolf was hired by
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449:"THE NEGOTIATOR WHEN ATHLETES AND ENTERTAINERS WANT TOP DOLLAR, THEY CALL BOB WOOLF, A FRIENDLY PERSUADER WHOSE $ 1-BILLION ROSTER OF SUPERSTARS INCLUDES LARRY BIRD, FLO-JO AND THE NEW KIDS ON THE BLOCK"
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