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Levine: Javier Baez Returns To Cubs As His Legend Grows - CBS Chicago
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Levine: Javier Baez Returns, Is Ready For Utility Role - CBS Chicago
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Cubs free agent target: Javier Báez - Bleed Cubbie Blue
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September 15 update: Former Cubs Javier Báez, Kris Bryant
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August 2 update: Former Cubs Javier Báez, Kris Bryant, Anthony
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Tigers shortstop Javier Baez drops truth bomb on his Cubs departure
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June 28 update: Former Cubs Javier Báez, Kris Bryant, Anthony
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