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Nelson Cruz 2nd-oldest Padre to homer in 10-2 rout of Braves
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RUMOR: Nelson Cruz reportedly drawing interest in free agency
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Nelson Cruz agrees to one-year, $1M deal with Padres
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Reports: Padres, Nelson Cruz agree to 1-year, $1M deal - NBC Sports
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Nelson Cruz Pictures - Baltimore Orioles - ESPN
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Veteran Slugger Nelson Cruz Adds Power To The San Diego Padres
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Padres News: San Diego Activates DH Nelson Cruz From Injured List
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Eyeing a Ring, Nelson Cruz Joins Loaded Padres Lineup
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Padres designate slugger Nelson Cruz for assignment - ESPN
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Tampa Bay Rays acquire slugger Nelson Cruz in four-player trade
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Padres designate slugger Nelson Cruz for assignment - ESPN
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Padres Sign Nelson Cruz To One-Year Contract
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MLB Rumors: Nelson Cruz looming destination, Orioles, Padres
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Padres notes: Nelson Cruz gets start against righty; catcher TBD