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Ex-Braves catcher Bethancourt makes Padres roster as a pitcher
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Rays acquire catcher Christian Bethancourt from A's
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The San Diego Padres have decided to make a catcher a relief pitcher - The Washington Post
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Padres keep three Rule 5 picks - Minor League Ball
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Christian Bethancourt - Wikipedia
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