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Tension in the Lone Star State with Astros and Rangers, plus small trades and a triple play - The Athletic
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If the Astros have been overlooked this season, the return of Alvarez and Altuve could change that - NBC Sports
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Houston Astros begin run to repeat in 2023 season
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The Dream of an All-Texas MLB Rivalry Remains Distant
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Cristian Javier struggles as Houston Astros lose to Texas Rangers in ALCS Game 7
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MLB playoffs: Altuve lifts Astros to brink of World Series as D-Backs level NLCS, MLB
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Houston Astros star Jose Altuve reaches 2,000 career hits - NBC Sports
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Astros even ALCS with Rangers with dominant Yordan Alvarez leading way
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Abreu gives up 2-run homer in Astros' Game 7 loss after suspension upheld but pushed to next year - ABC News
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Jose Altuve smashes a solo home run to extend Astros' lead over Rangers