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Fighting Father Time: Inside Nelson Cruz's maniacal preparation that keeps him a star at 37
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Nelson Cruz putting a rare charge into Mariners, Safeco Field
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Mariners designated hitter Nelson Cruz pulled with bruised foot after second hit by pitch
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Mariners' Nelson Cruz still slugging at 37 because of hard work, daily training
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The Incredible Journey of Nelson Cruz
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Mariners' designated hitter Nelson Cruz earns second career Silver Slugger Award
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Nelson Cruz: MLB star, Roberto Clemente award winner keeps going - Sports Illustrated
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Nelson Cruz Stats, Fantasy & News
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Nelson Cruz Splash Could Finally End Mariners' 13-Year Postseason Drought, News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors