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Padres' Nelson Cruz approaches Barry Bonds territory with latest
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Nelson Cruz DFA: Why was Nelson Cruz Designated For Assignment
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Veteran Slugger Nelson Cruz Adds Power To The San Diego Padres
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Nelson Cruz 2nd-oldest Padre to homer in 10-2 rout of Braves
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Report: Blue Jays eyeing Nelson Cruz
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San Diego Padres fans react to team DFA'ing Nelson Cruz: Sad for
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Report: Padres signing Nelson Cruz - Gaslamp Ball
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Padres notes: Nelson Cruz gets start against righty; catcher TBD
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San Diego Padres, DH Nelson Cruz agree to 1-year deal
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Nelson Cruz, Seth Lugo do what is needed for Padres to win third