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Whit Merrifield's story should make him a KC Royals pillar
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A Cold Start. COLD was the operative word for the…, by Steve Stewart
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Nevin's 3-run homer lifts Orioles over Royals 6-4
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As MJ Melendez prepares for Royals debut, father and son reflect on the journey - The Athletic
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KC Royals Trades: Who's winning this 2022 trade deadline deal?
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“I Don't Think I've Stopped Smiling:” The Nicky Lopez Story, by Devin Benson
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Former KC Royal Greg Pryor attends rededication of Dean Evans Stadium
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Why Royals Fandom Is Complicated (And I Learned That at the K on Sunday) – The Royals Reporter
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Rays hit 3 more HRs in 6-4 win over sliding Blue Jays, Sports
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Bo Bichette, Blue Jays edge Royals
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Blue Jays poised for contention – Brandon Sun
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Unvaccinated Whit Merrifield got traded to Blue Jays; fans had jokes
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Kansas City Royals second baseman Whit Merrifield traded to Toronto Blue Jays - ESPN
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Blue Jays Series Preview: Berrios, Kikuchi get first starts of new season
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Royals Sign Whit Merrifield to Multi-Year Contract, by Nick Kappel