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2022 Washington Nationals season - Wikipedia
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Padres claim 2-time All-Star catcher Gary Sánchez off waivers from
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Padres, Nelson Cruz agree to 1-year, $1 million contract: Sources
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San Diego Padres, Nelson Cruz reach 1-year deal, sources say - ESPN
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Padres designate slugger Nelson Cruz for assignment - ESPN
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San Diego Padres, Nelson Cruz agree to 1-year, $1 million deal
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Nelson Cruz designated for assignment by San Diego Padres
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MLB Power Rankings: Braves, Astros move on up; Blue Jays, Padres
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San Diego Padres, DH Nelson Cruz agree to 1-year deal
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