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Pirates' Vince Velasquez struggles in 2nd start, departs early
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Pirates clinch 1st playoff berth in 21 years, beat Cubs 2-1
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Russell Martin gives Pirates 1-0 walk-off win in 11th vs. Tigers
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Martin leaves Yanks for 2-year deal with Pirates - Sports Illustrated
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Pirates clinch 1st playoff berth in 21 years
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2015 team preview: The Pittsburgh Pirates are legitimate World
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Russell Martin on retirement, time with Blue Jays, and hard
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What Blue Jays can expect of Russell Martin's final year
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Ron Cook: Remember Francisco Cervelli for passion he brought to
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Four players receive suspensions for roles in Pirates-Brewers
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Jays catcher Russell Martin plays second base