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World Series: Justin Verlander and Astros Beat Phillies in Game 5 - The New York Times
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The Houston Astros Win the World Series - WSJ
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Rangers build big early lead off Valdez, hold on for 5-4 win over Astros to take 2-0 lead in ALCS, World
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Another Big Blast From Alvarez Gives Astros a Commanding Lead - The New York Times
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Abreu plays long ball as Astros rout Twins 9-1, take 2-1 ALDS lead, National Sports
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Astros win Game 3 of 2023 ALCS, trail series 2-1
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Astros pound 4 homers, with a pair by Abreu, to rout Twins 9-1 and take 2-1 ALDS lead - ABC News
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Braves hold Astros to two hits, take 2-1 World Series lead
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Schwarber, Red Sox Slam Astros 12-3, Lead ALCS 2-1 - Bloomberg
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