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Houston Astros' L.J. Hoes (28) is congratulated by teammate Jose
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Astros release struggling outfielder Martinez
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289 Lj Hoes Photos & High Res Pictures - Getty Images
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2014 Team Preview: The Houston Astros have to be better this
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Offseason In Review: Houston Astros - MLB Trade Rumors
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Astros SP Bud Norris Reportedly Traded to Orioles
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Astros offseason: 5 most pivotal players - The Crawfish Boxes
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Grading Every MLB Team's 2014 Draft Haul 7 Years Later
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Remember these guys? A look back at the faces of the Rangers
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L.J. Hoes Stats, Fantasy & News
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Jersey number has special meaning for Astros' Hoes
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Orioles trade news: L.J. Hoes, Josh Hader, Comp A pick traded for
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McClendon frustrated after 4-1 loss to Astros
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These Astros are bringing the buzz back to the ballpark