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MLB and players agree to a new labor contract, paving the way to a full 2022 season
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Every MLB team's best free-agent signing ever: Randy Johnson, Barry Bonds, Ichiro and even a minor-league deal
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Why allowing Bob Melvin to interview with Giants makes sense for Padres - The Athletic
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Mariners homer three times in win over Reds
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EXPLAINER: MLB's lockout is over, so what now?
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Sources - Padres grant permission for Bob Melvin, Giants interview - ESPN
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MLB, Players Agree to New Deal, Paving Way for Padres Season to Begin in April - Times of San Diego
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MLB is back! Lockout ends as owners, union reach deal
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Colorado Rockies news: Reflecting on shades of the 2012 season - Purple Row