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Royals make trade involving ex-Padres, clear salary for pursuit of
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KC Royals: Eric Hosmer will determine future of Royals baseball
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Eric Hosmer's claim to fame, besides Royals baseball, is his
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Royals' Eric Hosmer takes over top first base spot in AL All-Star
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Losing Eric Hosmer may have been a blessing in disguise for the
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1B Eric Hosmer and Padres finalize $144 million, 8-year deal
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Hosmer races home to tie game in 9th
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Expectations & Anomalies: Why Eric Hosmer Will Be Just Fine - SB
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Eric Hosmer exemplifies Royals' need to evolve on offense