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Padres notes: Versatility eyed as Nelson Cruz DFA'd; Michael Wacha
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Padres get 10-2 rout of Braves in Atlanta
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San Diego Padres, slugger Nelson Cruz reportedly agree to 1-year deal
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Braves viewed as strong candidates for Nelson Cruz if DH returns
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Reiss Knehr struggles, offense can't stay sharp vs. Pirates
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Padres Release Nelson Cruz - MLB Trade Rumors
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Padres notes: Juan Soto's 'frustrating' day; Nelson Cruz nears
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Padres' Juan Soto returns to Nats Park for first time since trade
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World Baseball Classic: Nelson Cruz Is Dominican Republic's
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Machado hits 2, leads Padres to win in 11-HR Mexico City slugfest
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Nelson Cruz proves once again why he's beloved in Seattle despite
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Nelson Cruz, 11 others suspended by MLB - Los Angeles Times