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Javier Baez returns from injury, boosts struggling New York Mets
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Javy Baez says thumbs down celebration is a reaction to fans
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New York Mets reunite Francisco Lindor and Javier Baez
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Francisco Lindor, Javier Baez apologize to Mets fans for thumbs
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Javier Baez calls out Mets fans with thumbs down celebration
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Javier Báez scores game-winning run after thumbs down controversy
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Report: Javier Báez 'Would Love To Stay' With Mets - Sports
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Javier Báez - Wikipedia
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Javier Baez trade to NY Mets from Cubs at MLB deadline
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Javier Báez, Francisco Lindor apologize to Mets fans
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Javier Baez trade to NY Mets from Cubs at MLB deadline
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Mets' Javier Baez on injured list with back spasms
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