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Albert Pujols landing spots: Retirement is likely next step, but these five teams could take chance on legend
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Albert Pujols intends to honor his 10-year personal-services contract with Angels
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Albert Pujols Is Designated for Assignment by Angels - The New York Times
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LA Angels: Things without Albert Pujols
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Albert Pujols still sounds bitter about Cardinals contract negotiations
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MLB: Albert Pujols hits 500th HR of major league career – The Mercury
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Stats-wise, Albert Pujols could help Dodgers in number of ways - Los Angeles Times
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Angels fall behind early and miss opportunities to come back, losing to Astros – Orange County Register
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Angels' Albert Pujols on All-Star snub: 'That's not up to me' - Los Angeles Times
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Angels are hoping for an improved offensive performance from everyone, especially Albert Pujols - Los Angeles Times
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Albert Pujols' revitalized game powering his milestone achievements - Los Angeles Times
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Slumping slugger Pujols cut by Angels, still wants to play