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Nelson Cruz has go-ahead hit in win vs. Phillies
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Padres designate Nelson Cruz for assignment with 43-year-old slugger having down season
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Nelson Cruz 2nd-oldest Padre to homer in 10-2 rout of Braves
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Padres Boost DH Depth as Nelson Cruz Reportedly Heading to San Diego – New Baseball Media
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Pros and cons of the Blue Jays pursuing recently DFA'd slugger
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Machado ejected, Padres blow 4-run lead, lose 8-6 to D-backs
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Padres make surprising Nelson Cruz decision
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Nelson Cruz explains why Twins are good fit
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He Reminds Me a Lot Of”- Juan Soto Earns Comparisons to MLB Legend From Veteran San Diego Padres Teammate - EssentiallySports
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Nelson Cruz, Padres agree to deal
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Nelson Cruz: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights
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San Diego Padres no longer the LA Dodgers' 'little brother' in NL West