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Nelson Cruz designated for assignment by Padres
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Padres News: Bob Melvin Discusses Tough Decision to DFA Veteran
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World Baseball Classic: Nelson Cruz Is Dominican Republic's
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Padres add seven-time All-Star slugger Nelson Cruz
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