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Trump Pardons Mets Legend Darryl Strawberry Over Tax Evasion

President Donald Trump has pardoned former Mets baseball player Darryl Strawberry, who pleaded guilty to tax evasion charges over three decades ago. Strawberry, a renowned athlete, was sentenced to a 7-month prison term in 1995 for failing to report income from baseball card and video appearances. The White House official cited Strawberry's "tremendous contributions to youth programs" and his successful rehabilitation as the reasons behind the pardon. This decision comes as part of Trump's broader effort to grant clemency to a number of individuals, including those convicted of non-violent crimes. The pardon effectively exonerates Strawberry's criminal record, allowing him to move forward without the burden of his past legal troubles.

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Former MLB star Strawberry pardoned by Trump

President Donald Trump has granted a pardon to former Major League Baseball (MLB) player Darryl Strawberry. Strawberry was the 1983 NL Rookie of the Year and an eight-time All-Star during his playing career. The pardon covers tax evasion…

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Former MLB star Strawberry pardoned by Trump

President Donald Trump has granted a pardon to former Major League Baseball (MLB) player Darryl Strawberry. Strawberry was the 1983 NL Rookie of the Year and an eight-time All-Star during his playing career. The pardon…

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Trump pardons ex-Mets star Darryl Strawberry over past tax and drug conviction

Former New York Mets player Darryl Strawberry has been granted a full pardon by President Donald Trump for past tax evasion and drug convictions. Strawberry, an eight-time All-Star and 1983 National League Rookie of the…

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Trump Pardons Mets Legend Darryl Strawberry Over Tax Evasion

President Donald Trump has pardoned former Mets baseball player Darryl Strawberry, who pleaded guilty to tax evasion charges over three decades ago. Strawberry, a renowned athlete, was sentenced to a 7-month prison term…

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President Donald Trump has granted a pardon to former Major League Baseball (MLB) player Darryl Strawberry. Strawberry was the 1983 NL Rookie of the Year and an eight-time All-Star during his playing career. The pardon covers tax evasion…

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T2 · Outlet reportThe GuardianNov 7, 2025

Former New York Mets player Darryl Strawberry has been granted a full pardon by President Donald Trump for past tax evasion and drug convictions. Strawberry, an eight-time All-Star and 1983 National League Rookie of the Year, is known for…

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T2 · Outlet reportBloombergNov 7, 2025

President Donald Trump has pardoned former Mets baseball player Darryl Strawberry, who pleaded guilty to tax evasion charges over three decades ago. Strawberry, a renowned athlete, was sentenced to a 7-month prison term in 1995 for failing…

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