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4 minutes ago, Tony-OH said:

That's a long way to fall and definitely a shot across the Orioles bow to make a decision. this kind of stuff is always interesting. With twitter you get to see the leak game getting played out in front of everyone. I like it.

Just got an update on my phone saying this deal was close to being done :(

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