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Pittsburgh Pirates release catcher Francisco Cervelli
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Pittsburgh Pirates catcher Francisco Cervelli, left, is led to the dugout by trainer Bryan Housand after he was injured during the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Milwaukee Brewers
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Report: Cervelli open to extension with Pirates, wants $39 million
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Cervelli ejected after home-plate argument
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Francisco Cervelli signs contract extension with Pirates - Sports Illustrated
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MLB Rumors: Marlins “working to try to sign” C Francisco Cervelli - Fish Stripes
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MLB Season Preview: Marlins value Francisco Cervelli for intangibles - Fish Stripes
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Francisco Cervelli leaves game after hit by pitch
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Francisco Cervelli is done catching - NBC Sports
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Photo gallery: Francisco Cervelli's passion for baseball made him a fan favorite
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Francisco Cervelli Injury: Updates on Pirates Catcher's Hand and Return, News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors
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