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Column: Freddie Freeman saga a warning for Willson Contreras
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From bat flips to back picks, Willson Contreras exceeded everyone's expectations - Bleed Cubbie Blue
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From bat flips to back picks, Willson Contreras exceeded everyone's expectations - Bleed Cubbie Blue
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Contreras hits 2-run HR in 8th as Cubs beat Marlins 2-1 - ABC7 Chicago
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Cubs' Willson Contreras files for arbitration, Ian Happ avoids hearing - Chicago Sun-Times
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How one meeting convinced the Cardinals to sign Willson Contreras: 'That's who I am' - The Athletic
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Contreras hits first home run on first pitch
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Red Sox new bench coach Will Venable's star is shining bright - The Boston Globe
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Cardinals make shocking move for All-Star free agent signing
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Landing spots in potential Willson Contreras trade