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Blue Jays' Merrifield almost quit baseball, but dad's advice kept him playing
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Whit Merrifield, Blue Jays beat Twins in 10 innings
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Whit Merrifield embraces new Blue Jays role
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Blue Jays rally past Red Sox in extra innings 4-3
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Toronto Blue Jays snap losing streak with win against Kansas City Royals
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Blue Jays: Is Whit Merrifield ready to be an every day player for the Jays?
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Merrifield, Bichette HR as Blue Jays beat Diamondbacks for seventh win in eight games
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Whit Merrifield, Blue Jays beat Twins in 10 innings
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Blue Jays: Which internal options are there for the fourth outfielder role?
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MLB player traded and forced to make healthcare decision
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Blue Jays beat Diamondbacks off Whit Merrifield homer