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As the LA Dodgers honor Fernando Valenzuela, a new book recalls Fernandomania – Orange County Register

Fernando Valenzuela made me a believer in '81

Fernando Valenzuela: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Fernando Valenzuela was only twenty years old when Tom Lasorda chose him as the Dodgers' opening-day starting pitcher in 1981. Born in the remote Mexican town of Etchohuaquila, the left-hander had moved to the United States less than two years before. He became an instant icon, and his superlative rookie season produced Cy Young and Rookie of the Year awards--and a World Series victory over the Yankees. Forty years later, there hasn't been a player since who created as many Dodgers fans.