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One step closer to history: Albert Pujols hits home run No. 696 as he edges closer to the magic 700
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Albert Pujols' career home run No. 695 is pinch-hit game-winner
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The stars come out, especially Albert Pujols (No. 698), as Cardinals overtake Reds
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Albert Pujols inches closer to the 700 club after hitting his 698th career home run
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