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Rays get the big bat they were seeking in Nelson Cruz
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Michael Pineda leaves with injury as Nelson Cruz, Rays beat Twins
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Nelson Cruz - Wikipedia
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Rays acquire All-Star slugger Cruz from non-contending Twins
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Nelson Cruz acquired by Rays in trade with Twins
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MLB Trade Rumors: 5 landing spots for Nelson Cruz
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Nelson Cruz Rays trade
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Twins trade slugger Nelson Cruz to Rays for pitching prospects
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LEADING OFF: Cruz traded to Rays, White Sox vs Brewers - The San
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LEADING OFF: Cruz traded to Rays, White Sox vs Brewers
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Winners or Losers: Minnesota's Trade History with Tampa Bay
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Nelson Cruz traded to Tampa Bay Rays from Minnesota Twins