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Houston Astros: Bad defense, lack of timely hits dot loss to Rangers
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After latest loss, Astros look for 'activate playoff mode' switch
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Astros' Framber Valdez throws no-hitter vs Guardians on 93 pitches
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Astros end Mariners' winning streak at 14; J-Rod scratched
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Houston Astros: Magic number still 1 after loss to Arizona
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Houston Astros balk helps fuel Dodgers' wacky comeback victory
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Former Dodgers pitcher sues Astros over sign stealing - Los
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Angels get just two hits and lose to Astros and Cristian Javier
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Montgomery shuts out Astros, Taveras homers as Rangers get 2-0 win