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Let's talk players and playoff possibilities now that the Astros have
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García powers Rangers to first World Series since 2011 with 11-4
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Dusty Baker tells multiple people that 2023 is his final season as
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How might Houston Astros replace Carlos Correa at shortstop?
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2020 AL West Preview: Astros still among World Series favorites
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MLB Power Rankings Week 24: Who's No. 1 with two weeks left? - ESPN
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Official Houston Astros Website
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2022 MLB Playoffs: Is this the best Astros pitching staff we've
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Cristian Javier struggles as Houston Astros lose to Texas Rangers
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Congrats, Astros! The Stros have won the American League West for
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Astros clinch AL West for 5th time in 6 years, beat Rays 4-0
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Game #86: Oakland A's win a weird one over Houston Astros