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Former Giant Stephen Baker Visits Southern Ocean Medical Staff

Super Bowl champion Stephen Baker, 'The Touchdown Maker,' saluted staff and signed autographs at the Manahawkin hospital.

MANAHAWKIN, NJ — Southern Ocean Medical Center hosted a special visitor Saturday. Former Giant Stephen Baker saluted staff and signed autographs at SOMC's Beach Plum Café.

Baker, nicknamed "The Touchdown Maker," played his entire NFL areer with the Giants from 1987-92.

The former wide receiver helped the Giants win Super Bowl XXV, when they defeated the Bills, 20-19. Baker caught a touchdown in the second quarter.

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