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Mets release Adrian Gonzalez
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Adrian Gonzalez wanted to finish career with the Padres but San Diego declined - Gaslamp Ball
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Mets release Adrian Gonzalez, call up Dominic Smith - NBC Sports
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Mets considering Jay Bruce at first more with Adrian Gonzalez struggling
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Adrian Gonzalez released by New York Mets
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First baseman Adrian Gonzalez of the New York Mets waits in the News Photo - Getty Images
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Adrian Gonzalez announces retirement after more than 15 years of pro baseball - Sports Illustrated
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Mets Sign Adrian Gonzalez - MLB Trade Rumors
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Mets turning to ex-Dodger Adrian Gonzalez for first base insurance
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Gonzalez, Padres sink Mets in 10 – Boston Herald
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Mets reportedly set to sign Adrian Gonzalez - Los Angeles Times