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Yahoo Sports MLB: The Bandwagon
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What's next for the Padres? Why San Diego is set up for a strong 2023 after NLCS exit
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M.L.B. Awards: In a Short Season, Veterans Are Standing Out - The New York Times
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Mike Trout, Mookie Betts lead MVP Award poll
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Ranking the 25 Best MLB Players Since 1990 to Never Win a MVP Award, News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors
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Manny Machado leads Padres, NL MVP race and chases milestones - Sports Illustrated
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Padres star Manny Machado has strong case to be 2022 NL MVP/Padres
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Machado, Tatis finish in top 5 in NL MVP race
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Fox Sports] Manny Machado announced that he will be opting out of the remainder of his contract after the 2023 season : r/NYYankees
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Bryce Harper's decision could come down to Giants vs. Dodgers
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TBOH MLB September Power Ranking
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Manny Machado and Bryce Harper are playing at MVP levels and making their hefty contracts look good
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Fernando Tatis Jr.'s Padres teammates back him in his return - ESPN
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Manny Machado matures into leader Padres believe they need - Los Angeles Times