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Whit Merrifield Owes the Kansas City Royals Nothing - Sports
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Merrifield a third-time all star: almost called it quits in 2015
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Royals restructure Merrifield's deal, add mutual option for 2024
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MLB: USC's Whit Merrifield leads league in hits
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