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The San Diego Padres will be opening their new season against the rival Los Angeles Dodgers in a few weeks, but Yu Darvish isn't sure if he will get the nod to start one of the two games. He is waiting for manager Mike Shildt to give him any sort of confirmation.

Darvish laid out the biggest factors for the team to find success this season. Two players have been delayed due to visa issues, and a former player has signed with the New York Mets.

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