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Strong possibility' Cubs closer Craig Kimbrel will be activated for Cards opener - Chicago Sun-Times
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Craig Kimbrel no longer with Iowa Cubs, signs point to imminent Chicago Cubs' call-up
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MLB trade deadline: Craig Kimbrel traded to White Sox by Cubs
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Craig Kimbrel may be rusty at first, but he's instantly the Cubs' best relief pitcher
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Cubs' Craig Kimbrel Moves Into Top 10 on All-Time Saves List – NBC Chicago
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Cubs Talk Podcast: vintage Craig Kimbrel sighting in Mesa – NBC Sports Chicago
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Craig Kimbrel ready to build on late-season success with a 'normal' spring training - Marquee Sports Network
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Craig Kimbrel IL: Cubs closer out, Willson Contreras to miss 4 weeks - Sports Illustrated
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Craig Kimbrel, Cubs Reportedly Agree to 3-Year, $43M Contract After Extended FA, News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors
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Why Cubs, Craig Kimbrel Should Embrace Closer Controversy in '21 – NBC Chicago
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Craig Kimbrel: News, Stats, Bio, & More - NBC Sports - NBC Sports
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Craig Kimbrel will have a stint in Iowa before pitching for the Cubs — but there's no rush to get him into the bullpen
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The Phillies' Craig Kimbrel knows the closer role has changed, but no matter when he enters a game, he's still getting important outs - The Boston Globe