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Astros' Martin Maldonado believes the bench-clearing incident was the turning point of game vs Mariners: We took advantage of it as a team
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Houston Astros catcher Martin Maldonado 'used an illegal bat' during Game 1 of the World Series
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Astros Martin Maldonado not in support of international draft
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Houston Astros Season in Review: Martín Maldonado Graded - Sports Illustrated Inside The Astros
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Houston Astros catcher Martin Maldonado faces flak for starting dustup against Seattle Mariners: Astros trying to cheat as per usual
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Astros' Martin Maldonado believes the bench-clearing incident was the turning point of game vs Mariners: We took advantage of it as a team
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Astros' Maldonado forced to change bats from outdated model
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Martin Maldonado Leans into Hit-By-Pitch! Astros Cheating?, Phillies Vs Astros Game 6
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Martín Maldonado makes diving catch
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Astros' Martin Maldonado reaches vesting option threshold
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Houston Astros catcher Martin Maldonado faces flak for starting dustup against Seattle Mariners: Astros trying to cheat as per usual