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Minors: Knuckleballer Matt Waldron getting a grip as he climbs
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Padres' Matt Waldron Is Bringing The Knuckleball Back To MLB
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Nationals use the long ball, sold pitching to beat Padres - The
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Who is Matt Waldron? Padres knuckleballer to make MLB debut vs
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Matt Waldron - 2023 MLB TOPPS NOW® Card 872 - PR: 401
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Matt Waldron called up, the knuckleball is back!!!!!! #mlb #padres
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Matt Waldron will be on the mound for your Frairs - Sports
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Knuckleballer Matt Waldron recalled by San Diego Padres - ESPN
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Padres notes: Juan Soto vs. the wall, Michael Wacha's optimism
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Padres option knuckleballer Matt Waldron - Gaslamp Ball
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Knuckleballer Matt Waldron earns first win
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Padres' Matt Waldron Throws First MLB Knuckleball in Over Two
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Padres calling up knuckleballer Matt Waldron to start Saturday vs
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Matt Waldron Brought the Knuckleball Back to the Majors