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How Houston Astros are gearing up to defend World Series title - ESPN
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Houston Astros win World Series, set benchmark for MLB success - Los Angeles Times
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As Rangers dismantle Astros, is a new American League dynasty in the works?
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Will the Astros Become a Dynasty After This World Series?
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Astros beat Texas after melee and D-backs win in MLB playoffs
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Astros, Phillies give World Series a truly postmodern feel
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2023 MLB playoffs: Four things Astros must do to come back in ALCS vs. Rangers, including beating Max Scherzer
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2022 World Series - Astros beat Phillies, become MLB dynasty - ESPN
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Texas Rangers power past Houston Astros to force ALCS Game 7 - Los Angeles Times
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Astros win 2022 World Series championship, no asterisk needed - Sports Illustrated