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5 key players of the AL West
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After awakening fan base during playoff chase, Mariners have reason to 'Believe Big' this offseason, Sports
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Opening Day 2016: Hail the lords of chaos - Lookout Landing
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Mariners' designated hitter Nelson Cruz earns second career Silver Slugger Award
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Sorry, But Nelson Cruz Just Isn't the Answer For the Mariners
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Becoming the Boomstick: How Nelson Cruz Beat the Aging Curve to Become One of the Best Hitters in Baseball
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Sorry, But Nelson Cruz Just Isn't the Answer For the Mariners
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Everyone remain calm, Nelson Cruz hit a ball clear out of Safeco Field during BP
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MLB Twitter reacts to report that veteran Nelson Cruz has received offers for the 2023 season: Come back to the Twins Retire a Ranger
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A dream come true' … Nelson Cruz starts in right field for the Mariners on Saturday
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Mariners Sign Free Agent Slugger Nelson Cruz, by Mariners PR
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Power Ranking The 20 Biggest Questions Facing The AL West This Offseason, News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors
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Seattle Mariners Bid Farewell To Nelson Cruz, The Boomstick
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Mariners will be without Nelson Cruz for a few days after getting hit in the foot by a pitch