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Houston's pitchers rave about Maldonado after the veteran catches third no-hitter
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Angels catcher Martin Maldonado knows the value of a good presentation - Los Angeles Times
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Forget his stats: Martín Maldonado has been the glue that's helped pave Astros' playoff path
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Deep in the heart of Texas, Astros and Rangers set for Lone Star showdown for spot in World Series
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Martín Maldonado makes sneaky play to tag out Taylor Ward
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August 10, 2018: Houston Astros catcher Martin Maldonado (15) during a Major League Baseball game between the Houston Astros and the Seattle Mariners on 1970s night at Minute Maid Park in Houston
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Astros Acquire Martin Maldonado - MLB Trade Rumors
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Martín Maldonado Stats, Fantasy & News
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Can Martin Maldonado keep Red Sox base stealers in check? - The Boston Globe
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Astros to acquire catcher Martin Maldonado from Angels
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Machete' Maldonado: The catcher who cuts down runners
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Catcher Martin Maldonado wows Angels with 'cannon' arm – Orange County Register