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How Cubs' Dansby Swanson's season matches up to other recent big
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Rosenthal: Xander Bogaerts deal is odd but understandable for the
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San Diego Padres Manager Bob Melvin on signing Shortstop Xander
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Xander Bogaerts to sign 11-year, $280 million deal with Padres
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Chaim Bloom reacts to Xander Bogaerts signing with Padres
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Dansby Swanson isn't the Cubs' new assistant GM but his voice will
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Xander Bogaerts, Padres finalize $280 million, 11-year deal
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Manny Machado, Padres agree to new $350-million, 11-year deal
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Padres know this season a prime example of wasted opportunity
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Xander Bogaerts, Red Sox met for the first time since the