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Padres' Austin Nola has hilarious response to congratulating
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Padres Take Wait-and-See Stance on Catcher Austin Nola's Return
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Padres' Nola exits game after taking pitch to face
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Padres DFA Rougned Odor, demote Austin Nola
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Padres option Austin Nola and designate Rougned Odor for assignment
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Padres option Austin Nola and designate Rougned Odor for assignment
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Padres DFA infielder Rougned Odor, demote catcher Austin Nola