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MLB roundup: Albert Pujols jumps to No. 2 all-time in total bases
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Albert Pujols' return to St. Louis set for adulation, not condemnation - Los Angeles Times
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Dodgers' Albert Pujols faces his beloved Cardinals in MLB playoffs
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Pujols, Gorman home runs power St. Louis past Dodgers 7-6
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Welcome back: Pujols, 42, returns to Cardinals on 1-year deal
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Albert Pujols closes in on 700 home runs - The Washington Post
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Dodgers' late rally falls short this time in loss to Cardinals - Los Angeles Times
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Albert Pujols signing with Los Angeles Dodgers
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Dodgers' Albert Pujols smashes homer, gets standing ovation from Cardinals fans