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Padres can't come all the way back after Royals go up big against Seth Lugo - The San Diego Union-Tribune
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Wacha earns win as Padres defeat Twins
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Bob's Briefing: Discussing Lugo's Return, the National League West, Monday's Loss, the Bottom of the Lineup, Austin Nola and the Bullpen, by FriarWire
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Padres sign Carpenter to 1-year deal
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San Diego Padres sign Matt Carpenter to one year deal
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Padres Notes: Biggest Offseason Storylines to Watch, Carpenter and Grisham's Futures in Question - Sports Illustrated Inside The Padres News, Analysis and More
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Padres sign Dodgers killer to fill utility role in stroke of genius by AJ Preller
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Snell has another strong start, Grisham drives in 4 as Padres cool off red-hot Astros with 11-2 win
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Padres roster review: Matt Carpenter - The San Diego Union-Tribune