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MLB playoffs: Rangers complete sweep of Orioles, Astros move
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Open Discussion Thread: ALCS/NLCS starts on Saturday - Bless You Boys
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2022 World Series: How Cristian Javier fueled Astros' no-hitter
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Reeling Houston Astros Reveal ALCS Game 3 Starter Cristian Javier
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García powers Rangers to first World Series since 2011 with 11-4
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Framber Valdez throws 16th no-hitter in Astros history in 2-0 victory
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Rangers crush Astros in ALCS Game 7 to reach World Series
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