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Yu Darvish strikes out seven to help Padres beat Angels - The Japan Times
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Yu Darvish flashes reasons Padres can dream on greatness this season
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Strikeout artist Yu Darvish credits success to getting good breaks
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Padres ace Darvish is a study in ageless improvement - The San Diego Union-Tribune
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Yu Darvish earns first win with Padres after two no-decisions - The Japan Times
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Padres will let Yu Darvish unleash his 11-pitch arsenal as he pleases
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Padres name Yu Darvish as Opening Day starter, but other unknowns on the mound already forcing creativity - The Athletic
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MLB roundup: Yu Darvish hits strikeout milestone in Padres' win
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Why Yu Darvish, Padres' Game 1 starter, is having more fun than ever - The Athletic
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Padres: Yu Darvish was the only choice for Opening Day
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Should Padres Fans Be Concerned About Yu Darvish's Opening Day Status?
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Yu Darvish flashes reasons Padres can dream on greatness this season
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Padres: Yu Darvish has had his way against the Dodgers in his career
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Sources: Padres' Yu Darvish gets 6-year, $108M extension - ESPN
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D-backs have no answers for Yu Darvish in home loss to San Diego