Nate Diaz Now Has the Key to Stockton After UFC Retirement

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The ceremony took place at a Stockton Kings basketball court as Nate was given the Key to his hometown.

This has left Nate Diaz a free agent for now to arrange fights as he pleases. Also having the opportunity to take other MMA organisations offers.

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Nate Diaz Now Has the Key to Stockton After UFC Retirement

The ceremony took place at a Stockton Kings basketball court as Nate was given the Key to his hometown.

This has left Nate Diaz a free agent for now to arrange fights as he pleases. Also having the opportunity to take other MMA organisations offers.

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