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Royals dip into Mexico for free agent

 
Federico Castaneda might not be another Joakim Soria, but he's also a hard-throwing right-hander from Mexico, and the Royals are going to take a look at him. Castaneda was one of six Minor League free agents recently signed by the Royals. (link)

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