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Padres pregame: A day off for Juan Soto, both catchers start, long time coming for Taylor Kohlwey - The San Diego Union-Tribune
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MLB Draft: Dylan Crews, Paul Skenes could go 1 and 2. Pirates might throw a curve
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You've just got to keep adapting': Padres closer Josh Hader has changed his arsenal to stay one step ahead - The San Diego Union-Tribune
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Breaking down Pittsburgh Pirates closer David Bednar - Viva El Birdos
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Pirates closer Bednar named to All-Star Game roster for 2nd straight year, Sports
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Travis Williams talks everything Pirates
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Pirates Closer Rivero Changes Last Name To Felipe Vazquez - CBS Pittsburgh
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Despite struggles, Tony Watson will remain Pirates closer
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