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Ready for prime time? Closer Craig Kimbrel poised to join Cubs
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Cubs president reveals plan for Craig Kimbrel's timeline to join
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Cubs introduce Craig Kimbrel
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Craig Kimbrel to serve as Cubs closer in 2021
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Phillies bet on Craig Kimbrel's upside and on maintaining their
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Cubs' closer Craig Kimbrel feeling ready, not rushed as spring
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Free-Agent Closer Craig Kimbrel, Cubs Agree to 3-Year Deal
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