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NLCS: Manny Machado Has Been a $300 Million Bargain for San Diego Padres - The New York Times
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Rumor: Padres 3B Manny Machado is rumored to be a part of new ownership group for the San Diego Loyal MLS expansion team : r/MLS
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Manny Machado on investing in MLS and becoming a part owner of the San Diego expansion team
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San Diego becomes Major League Soccer's 30th franchise in landmark moment for sport's hotbed - The San Diego Union-Tribune
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San Diego to receive 30th Major League Soccer franchise - Newsday
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Manny Machado developing into a leader with Padres
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Manny Machado hopes he'll be a Padre for the rest of his life - Gaslamp Ball
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MLS Announces Team in San Diego, Machado Joins Ownership
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Morning Report: Major League Soccer Is Here
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San Diego to receive 30th Major League Soccer franchise - Newsday