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Zack Greinke faces hitters again at Diamondbacks camp
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David Peralta went from pitcher to outfielder, indy league to MLB - Sports Illustrated
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Dodgers can't complete comeback against Braves in series opener – Orange County Register
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David Peralta's Relentless Push From Independent Ball to the Majors - The New York Times
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Offensive explosion, strong pitching snaps Diamondbacks' losing skid
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David Peralta exits D-backs' game vs. Reds after diving catch
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Axe-handle bats? This KC Royals player uses one
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Offensive explosion, strong pitching snaps Diamondbacks' losing skid
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Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder David Peralta traded to Tampa Bay
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One hot August has the Arizona Diamondbacks' David Peralta turning in a career year - Beyond the Box Score