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Angels news: Joe Maddon on Albert Pujols' departure: 'Divorce is
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LA Angels: Decision to cut Albert Pujols sends message to rest of
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In the end, can Pujols be honest with himself? National News
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Whicker: Albert Pujols' time with Angels had moments, but few
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Slugger Albert Pujols designated for assignment by Angels
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Angels' Albert Pujols says he isn't thinking about retirement
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For Dusty Baker, it won't be the same without Albert Pujols
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Albert Pujols cut by Anaheim Angels after a decade with the team
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Los Angeles Angels release slugger Albert Pujols
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Albert Pujols clears waivers, is free to sign with any team
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How Albert Pujols' final hours before being cut by Angels turned ugly
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Slumping slugger Pujols cut by Angels, still wants to play
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Gilberto's Talking Point: Was Albert Pujols the best to ever play