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That's amore … and it, as Francisco Cervelli retires
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Photo gallery: Francisco Cervelli's passion for baseball made him a fan favorite
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Francisco Cervelli's return a mixed bag for Pirates
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Why the Pirates suddenly released Francisco Cervelli
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Recovering from another concussion, Pirates catcher Francisco Cervelli denies report and says his 'hope is to catch again
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That's amore': Pirates share their Francisco Cervelli stories as he departs - The Athletic
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MLB Trade Rumors: Dodgers Did 'Due Diligence' On Pirates Catcher Francisco Cervelli - Dodger Blue
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Pirates put catcher Francisco Cervelli on DL, trade for Erik Kratz
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Baseball is in my blood': Francisco Cervelli enjoying retirement, eyes next phase of life
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Francisco Cervelli's framing an advantage for Pirates - ESPN - SweetSpot- ESPN
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Pirates Release Francisco Cervelli - MLB Trade Rumors
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Pittsburgh Pirates release catcher Francisco Cervelli
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Yankees Deal Catcher Francisco Cervelli to Pirates - The New York Times
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Pirates: Cervelli out 4-6 weeks, Add Erik Kratz