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Astros clinch 2023 playoff spot
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Astros clinch 2023 playoff spot
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Seattle Mariners comeback falls short in 9-8 loss as Texas sweeps - Seattle Sports
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Mariners fall to Angels in extras to drop a half-game behind Rangers in wild card chase
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Mariners enjoying playoff chase in September