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NL West 2023 predictions: Padres to challenge Dodgers for first - Los Angeles Times
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Padres, shortstop Xander Bogaerts agree to 11-year, $280 million deal
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Xander Bogaerts, Padres finalize $280 million, 11-year deal
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Xander Bogaerts signs 11-year deal with Padres; deal pays $280M, sources confirm - ESPN
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Melvin, Preller appear to be safe with the big-spending yet underwhelming Padres - ABC News
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Shocking Move Coming For Padres Lineup Soon - MLB Trade Rumors
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