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Red Sox swept by hot-hitting Astros at Fenway, dealing a critical blow to Boston's playoff hopes - The Boston Globe
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Faced with injuries and an improving AL West, Astros were 'playing from behind the whole season
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Astros postseason odds: AL West race down to the wire as Houston enters final games, Seattle and Texas face off 6 more times - ABC13 Houston
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Houston Astros: José Abreu shows he could be a key postseason piece
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MLB playoffs: Astros power past Twins and into ALCS; Phillies take series lead over Braves - Los Angeles Times
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Astros, Rangers set for first-ever playoff meeting
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Astros beat Texas after melee and D-backs win in MLB playoffs
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Down, but not out: Houston Astros look to bounce back in Game 3 in Arlington
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Astros clinch 2023 playoff spot
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MLB Playoffs 2023: Playoff Picture, Bracket, Standings Before Season Finales, News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors