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Likely that puts Willi Castro in the rearview as they\u2019re at least superficially the same kind of player. Nicky Lopez is reportedly a Rockie. Anthony Kay is a White Sock.<\/p>\n<p>Advertisement<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">The Winter Meetings are almost upon us. 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