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Nelson Cruz rumors: National League contract coming by end of weekend?
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SKOR North - BREAKING: The Minnesota Twins have traded Nelson Cruz to the Tampa Bay Rays.
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Díaz, Rays tie team record with 6 HRs, romp past Twins 11-4 - The San Diego Union-Tribune
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LEADING OFF: Cruz traded to Rays, White Sox vs Brewers
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It's heartbreaking' as Twins trade 'best teammate' Nelson Cruz to Tampa Bay
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Twins' Miguel Sano sad to see Nelson Cruz traded to Rays
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Twins Trade Nelson Cruz to the Rays for Two AAA Starting Pitchers - Twins - Twins Daily
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Twins Re-Sign Nelson Cruz - MLB Trade Rumors
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Feels weird, Nelson Cruz says of his return to face the Twins, the team he starred for
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Nelson Cruz Reacts to Emotional Trade to Tampa Bay Rays & Minnesota Twins Like Family
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Twins welcome back former designated hitter Nelson Cruz