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Despite Josh Hader's struggles, the Padres still have options in the back-end of their bullpen
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Padres News: Josh Hader Doesn't Want Friars to Solely Focus on Current Success - Sports Illustrated Inside The Padres News, Analysis and More
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Padres closer Josh Hader on his struggles, taking a break from closer role & what he needs to fix
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Josh Hader Traded to San Diego Padres - Brewers - Brewer Fanatic
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Should the Padres attempt to extend Josh Hader?
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Josh Hader, Padres' bullpen stepping up in NLDS vs. Dodgers
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Joy in San Diego as Padres oust Dodgers
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Milwaukee Brewers trading closer Josh Hader to San Diego Padres
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Padres give Josh Hader break from closer role after shaky outings
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Brewers sending All-Star Hader to Padres
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Hader more comfortable with Padres after last year's trade
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Brewers trade star closer Josh Hader to San Diego