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Phillies release outfielder Gwynn

By Todd Zolecki and Joey Nowak

The Phillies have released outfielder Tony Gwynn Jr., the team announced on Monday.

Gwynn was designated for assignment last Monday after appearing in 67 games for the Phils this season. He hit .163 with three RBIs, two stolen bases and 14 runs scored.

Over the course of an eight-year career with the Brewers, Dodgers, Padres and Phillies, Gwynn has appeared in 672 Major League games and hit .239 with a .621 OPS.

Todd Zolecki is a reporter for MLB.com. Joey Nowak is a reporter for MLB.com. Follow him on Twitter at @joeynowak.
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