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Kimbrel's impressive debut with Cubs
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Chicago Cubs bullpen faces challenging 2-week stretch
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Dodgers closer Craig Kimbrel's season is turning around with 'Let It Go' as his walk-up music
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Craig Kimbrel and Liam Hendriks will embrace any role in the Chicago White Sox bullpen
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Chicago Cubs to sign All-Star reliever Craig Kimbrel
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Can Craig Kimbrel Hold Down Closer Role for Remainder of Season? – Think Blue Planning Committee
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Cincinnati Reds rookies lead big comeback that falls just short against Chicago Cubs - Redleg Nation
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Braves add RHP Daysbel Hernández to NLDS roster, Phillies go with RHP Michael Lorenzen, Sports
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How Red Sox closer Craig Kimbrel became the game's most dominant reliever - Sports Illustrated
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Cubs' Craig Kimbrel finding groove on mound, finds fulfillment in Christ
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Craig Kimbrel: 8 things to know about Chicago White Sox closer
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The Chicago Cubs Are Getting Craig Kimbrel And Here's Why – Ham Sports
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Craig Kimbrel picks up save in Cubs debut thanks to some help from Anthony Rizzo