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2022 Houston Astros season - Wikipedia
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Astros swept by Royals, sink further back in AL West as Rangers
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Texas Rangers have flopped since 'A warning to the West
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The AL West is headed for a wild finish between the Astros, Rangers
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Astros take 3-2 lead over Rangers in ALCS after benches clear
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Max Scherzer, Mets' bullpen get Opening Day 2023 win
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