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José Cruz Jr. joins Tigers' coaching staff
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BYB 2021 Detroit Tigers prospects #23: Infielder Trei Cruz was trending up before baseball shut down - Bless You Boys
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Phillies beat the AL-leading Rays 8-4 for their 11th straight road victory - The San Diego Union-Tribune
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Jose Cruz Jr. aims to take Rice back to baseball pinnacle
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Rice hires Jose Cruz Jr. as new baseball coach
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José Cruz Jr. joins Tigers' coaching staff
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Mud Hens legend Hessman settling in as Tigers assistant hitting coach
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