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Nelson Cruz fits Padres' plans for 2023
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Padres designate veteran slugger Nelson Cruz for assignment
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San Diego Padres' 2023 Projected Starting Lineup After Signing Nelson Cruz - Fastball
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Meet the 2023 San Diego Padres - The San Diego Union-Tribune
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Meet the 2023 San Diego Padres - The San Diego Union-Tribune
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Meet the 2023 San Diego Padres - The San Diego Union-Tribune
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