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A Tale of Two Infields Pits Strength Against Strength - The New York Times
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Why the Astros still can win the World Series -- and why they won't - ESPN
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Astros clinch 7th straight playoff berth with win over Diamondbacks
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Astros' Framber Valdez throws no-hitter vs Guardians on 93 pitches
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Astros a different team than the one that went 3-7 against A's in regular season
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Astros beat Yanks again, Bregman's 2-run double keys win
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Astros vs. Yankees score: Alex Bregman's three-run HR gives Houston 2-0 ALCS series lead
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Watch: Jose Altuve, Alex Bregman hit by pitches in scrimmage vs. Royals
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2022 World Series: Details on Game 2 as Astros fans in Houston prepare for Saturday's festival and activities - ABC13 Houston