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Oneil Cruz has hardest-hit ball recorded by MLB: 122.4 mph
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Orioles vs Pirates: Series Preview - Camden Chat
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Perrotto: Oneil Cruz on Verge of Taking Significant Step
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Oneil Cruz has hardest-hit ball recorded by MLB: 122.4 mph
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Kovacevic: For these Pirates, the big will have to go through the small
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Cruz home run short of cycle, Pirates beat Cardinals, 8-2, Sports
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Pirates' Oneil Cruz eyes late summer return from broken ankle - ESPN
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Cruz home run short of cycle, Pirates beat Cardinals 8-2
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Oneil Cruz is Still a Prospect – Inside The Bucs Basement
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Pirates' Oneil Cruz initiates running program, marking final step before return to play
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Oneil Cruz, Pirates rookie, is the tallest shortstop in MLB history
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Newly promoted Cruz, Madris spark Pirates, rout Cubs 12-1 - The San Diego Union-Tribune
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Oneil Cruz's unique ability on display with 'amazing' line-drive homer