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Are the Cleveland Indians set to sign Trevor Hoffman?
Will the Cleveland Indians consider signing the all-time major league saves leader? On Monday night, several media organizations led by ESPN's Buster Olney reported that San Diego Padres closer Trevor Hoffman wouldn't be returning to the club in 2009. The Padres, looking to cut payroll, ...
Cleveland Indians Top 10 Prospects
Cleveland Indians Top 10 Prospects
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F–king Padres
F–king Padres
rumorsandrants.com — It doesn’t take a genius to see the San Diego Padres aren’t a rich team. But they... aren’t a poor team either. Yet suddenly the team is dumping good players left and right. Well, they’re dumping both good players because of ... (more) F–king Padres
Indians Focus on a Closer for 2009 and Beyond
Indians Focus on a Closer for 2009 and Beyond
baseballreflections.com — After experiencing a closer by committee position last season, the Indians seem to be attempting to solidify... that spot on their team with a former All Star during the off season. The Indians have surprisingly become one of the teams that are vying for some of the major free agent closers ... (more) Indians Focus on a Closer for 2009 and Beyond
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