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Ryan Braun returning to Brewers appears unlikely
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Brewers face interesting decisions as tender date approaches Wednesday
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Brewers will need hitting resurgence to return to playoffs - Wausau Pilot & Review
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Poll: Was the second Ryan Braun contract extension worth it for the Milwaukee Brewers? - Brew Crew Ball
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Potential Destinations for Ryan Braun - Last Word On Baseball
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Ryan Braun, former Brewers star, retires from MLB - Sports Illustrated
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Ryan Braun becomes a free agent after Brewers decline mutual option
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Brewers' Ryan Braun announces retirement
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Notebook: Braun not sure if Brewers will keep him
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Why Ryan Braun trade not as simple as it might seem