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The Padres sent outfielders Carlos Quentin and Cameron
Maybin, two minor leaguers and a draft pick in exchange.
San Diego have already landed power-hitters Matt Kemp, Wil Myers
and Justin Upton, Melvin's brother, along with catcher Derek
Norris and third baseman Will Middlebrooks.
Ace pitcher James Shields also arrived from Kansas City.
Kimbrel is a four-time National League All Star who saved 186
games in five seasons for the Braves.
San Diego are set to begin the season on Monday against the Los
Angeles Dodgers.
(Writing by Jahmal Corner in Los Angeles; Editing by Peter
Rutherford)
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