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Rangers build big early lead off Valdez, hold on for 5-4 win over Astros to take 2-0 lead in ALCS
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MLB News: Rangers head home with 2-0 lead in ALCS; Phils power past D-backs in NLCS opener
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Rangers build big early lead off Valdez, hold on for 5-4 win over Astros to take 2-0 lead in ALCS
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