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Phillies lose World Series to Astros, team of destiny is denied - Sports Illustrated
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Five Cleveland Guardians Issues Waiting For Resolution
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Cleveland Guardians - Wikipedia
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Kansas City Royals release 2022 regular season schedule, opening against Cleveland Guardians
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Guardians need to shake things up with Myles Straw - Covering the Corner
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Royals drop series finale to Guardians, 10-7, split series
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Guardians ink Amir Garrett to MiLB deal - Covering the Corner