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Royals land platoon player Ben Zobrist in trade with Oakland A's
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Oakland Athletics' Ben Zobrist to have left knee surgery - Sports
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If the A's are open for business, which teams could be trade fits?
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The Zack Greinke trade was one of the best prospect packages in
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Where Are They Now? Ben Zobrist - Wausau Woodchucks
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Sean Manaea Traded to Padres - Last Word On Baseball
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30 teams, 30 bad deals: Revisiting the worst deadline trade your
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A's deal Zobrist to Royals for pitching prospects
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Ben Zobrist would be a versatile and valuable asset for the Tigers