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New York Mets must turn around closer Francisco Rodriguez, who blows save against Nationals – New York Daily News
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Morning Briefing: Carlos Carrasco Coming Closer to Return - Metsmerized Online
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Orioles add K-Rod to flagging bullpen - Sports Illustrated
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In Discussing Yankees, Mets' Frank Francisco Stirs the Pot - The New York Times
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Former Brewer K-Rod signs with Long Island Ducks
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The Most Saves in a Season and Career in MLB History
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Francisco Rodriguez and the curious Hall of Fame case for closers - Sports Illustrated
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K-Rod Makes Accountants Nervous - WSJ
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Mets Morning News: The Braves would've won it, too, if it weren't for that Medlen kid - Amazin' Avenue
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Mets land K-Rod for $37M
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Francisco Rodriguez's 2023 Hall of Fame case: Does K-Rod belong?
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Francisco Rodriguez's 2023 Hall of Fame case: Does K-Rod belong?
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Francisco Rodríguez (Venezuelan pitcher) - Wikipedia
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Francisco Rodríguez (Venezuelan pitcher) - Wikipedia