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Astros swept by Royals, sink further back in AL West as Rangers grow lead with sweep of Mariners
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Vintage Verlander silences Mariners as Astros win 5-1 to open key series in playoff race - The Columbian
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AL West race: Who has easier schedule Astros, Mariners or Rangers?
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The AL West is headed for a wild finish between the Astros, Rangers and Mariners, Sports Ap
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The Daily Sweat: A wild, three-way AL West division title race continues
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Texas Rangers vs. Houston Astros: Series preview, AL West stakes
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AL contenders check-in: Orioles increase lead on Rays, Rangers fall apart - Camden Chat
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American League postseason outlook: Mariners rise, Blue Jays and Rangers tumble - Camden Chat
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When the playoffs roll around, could the Astros be on the outside looking in? – Houston Public Media
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MLB Playoff Picture: Predictions, Standings & Key Matchups
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Mariners Playoff Scenarios: What must happen with 2 games left - Seattle Sports
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Chaos reigns in the AL West race and the Astros are right in the middle of it
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Rangers back on top of AL West after 8-5 win in opener over Mariners, and a loss by Astros – KIRO 7 News Seattle