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Report: Padres sign DH Nelson Cruz
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Padres designate veteran slugger Nelson Cruz for assignment
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Nelson Cruz designated for assignment by San Diego Padres
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Veteran Slugger Nelson Cruz Adds Power To The San Diego Padres
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Padres' Nelson Cruz Designated for Assignment, Si
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Padres' Nelson Cruz Designated for Assignment, Si
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Padres Add a Veteran Slugger in Nelson Cruz
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