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The Yankees Were Smart to Let Robinson Cano Leave
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He was given plenty of chances and didn't produce at all He just
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Yankees coach calls out Robinson Cano for lack of hustle
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New York Mets designate Robinson Cano for assignment - Lone Star Ball
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Cano helps M's win in return to Yankee Stadium
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Yankees' decision on Robinson Cano appears to have been right call
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YANKEES: Robinson Cano homers twice in win over Jays
The Mariners are following the modern MLB championship blueprint
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Robinson Cano, CC Sabathia lead Yankees over Mariners
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Robinson Cano, Yankees Begin to Talk; New Met Chris Young Wants