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Eric Thames reaches boiling point near end of frustrating 2020
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Former Brewers first baseman Eric Thames signs with Nationals
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Eric Thames reaches boiling point near end of frustrating 2020
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Eric Thames, ex-Korea import, hoping to flex muscles for A's
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Thames propels Brewers to wild 15-14 victory
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Eric Thames, Victor Robles carry Nats' win