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2022 World Series: Lance McCullers is different, but Astros starter remains great
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2017 Baseball History - This Great Game
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Sports Illustrated prediction: Before the Astros, the Royals - Sports Illustrated
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Astros cheating scandal could have legal consequences - Sports Illustrated
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Houston Astros Ace Looking Dominant Heading Into Postseason - Sports Illustrated Inside The Astros
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MLB power rankings: Cubs, Rockies surge in standings - Sports Illustrated
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Wait 'til next year: Kansas City Royals - Sports Illustrated
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Royals hit 4 homers, beat slumping Astros 6-5 for sweep and 6-game winning streak
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Houston Astros Magic Number Could Shrink Fast This Week vs. Oakland, Kansas City - Sports Illustrated Inside The Astros