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Rams' Kupp returns to practice
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Philadelphia Phillies clinch NL wild-card berth, head to postseason for second straight year
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MLB's tight WC races are a prelude for the playoffs
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Orioles clinch the AL East title with their 100th win of the season, 2-0 over Red Sox
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Brewers clinch 3rd NL Central title in 6 seasons despite loss to Cardinals and with help from Braves
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MLB having its most productive class of rookie hitters ever
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France gets key victory over Brazil
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Verlander, Astros hold off Twins in ALDS opener
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AL West leaders loaded up on starting pitchers at deadline
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Rodgers excited about 'new adventure
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Explaioner: Wander Franco investigations continue as Rays prepare for the playoffs without their star shortstop