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Jack Kirrane (3) is at the center of the celebration after the US beat Czechoslovakia to clinch the gold at Squaw Valley.
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A miracle before its time
Ex-firefighter Kirrane, 81, responded when duty called for 1960 hockey team
Jack Kirrane (3) is at the center of the celebration after the US beat Czechoslovakia to clinch the gold at Squaw Valley.
(File/United Press International)
Half a century has passed since that golden weekend in Squaw Valley, but certain moments remain fresh. “I can remember things like they happened yesterday,’’ said Jack Kirrane from his Brookline home. Joking with the Russians in the athletes’ village. Staying up all night before the final game against the Czechs. Handing out the medals to his teammates. Riding back ... (Full article: 1710 words)
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