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Yoenis Cespedes may be the great unknown for Miami Marlins

Found February 11, 2012 on Miami Herald:
TEAMS: Miami Marlins

The sky is the limit for Yoenis Cespedes, but as the Marlins know, the Cuban outfielder comes with risks.
Original Story: http://www.miamiherald.com/2012/02/11...
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