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Report: Former Pirate Gregory Polanco expected to sign with Japanese team
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Gregory Polanco reportedly 'very close' to playing in Japan
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Former Pirates star Gregory Polanco tearing up Japanese League
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Notable MLB free agents are signing in Japan and South Korea during lockout; will bigger names follow?
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MLB power rankings: Where every team stands for 2017 - Sports Illustrated
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No Quarter – Pittsburgh Baseball Network – Pirates
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Pittsburgh Pirates: Gregory Polanco may be heading to Japan
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Gregory Polanco placed on injured list by Pirates
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Former Pittsburgh Pirates Player Gregory Polanco Thriving in Japan's Pacific League with 19 Home Runs - BVM Sports