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Albert Pujols' chase for 700 homers gets grand boost with recent binge
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Column: Impact of 'special' Albert Pujols on Manny Machado, Juan Soto undeniable - The San Diego Union-Tribune
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Appreciating Albert Pujols in 2017
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Albert Pujols not ready to retire
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First Pitch: After a historic 700 home runs, Albert Pujols continues to be top option
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First Pitch: After a historic 700 home runs, Albert Pujols continues to be top option
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Albert Pujols joins 700 home run club in defiant final season - Sports Illustrated
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Albert Pujols closes in on 700 home runs - The Washington Post
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Albert Pujols - Wikipedia
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First Pitch: After a historic 700 home runs, Albert Pujols continues to be top option
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Albert Pujols home runs vs. Rockies: It's a homer I'll never forget until the day I die.