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Hot Stove Tracker: Hunter Pence is coming back to the Giants
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A.J. Preller drops key update on Manny Machado's Padres future
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Manny Machado stabilizes Padres' foundation for rebuild - Sports Illustrated
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Bryce Harper: A case to sign with Cubs, Yankees, Sox and more - Sports Illustrated
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Red Sox, Padres Reportedly Still Negotiating Wil Myers Swap - MLB Trade Rumors
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Manny Machado-Padres already feels like a solid marriage – The Denver Post
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Manny Machado has met expectations for Padres
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Manny Machado gives insight into San Diego Padres' struggles: Feel like it might not be the right approach mentally or right level of aggression
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2019 San Diego Padres Season Preview: Manny Machado changes everything
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