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Astros reach their 7th consecutive ALCS, will face Rangers in an
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With the Rangers Loss and Astros Win today THE Houston Astros are
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Rangers win AL pennant: Texas, Adolis García make 2023 World
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Astros sweep in Arlington thanks to Altuve's 9th inning HR
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Astros win 2022 World Series: Houston clinches second title as
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Phillies 7, Astros 0: How Houston fell behind 2-1 in World Series
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As Rangers dismantle Astros, is a new American League dynasty in
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Faced with injuries and an improving AL West, Astros were 'playing
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Braves become 1st MLB team to clinch playoff spot as Acuña and
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Defending champion Astros face familiar foes in MLB playoffs
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Astros beat Texas after melee and D-backs win in MLB playoffs