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102-loss Royals have turned out to be quite the spoilers against playoff-chasing Astros – NewsNation
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Houston Astros: Framber Valdez finds way to keep escaping trouble
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Houston Astros Starting Pitcher Framber Valdez Continues Streak in Loss to Texas Rangers - Sports Illustrated Inside The Astros
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Framber Valdez ready to face live hitters
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Houston Astros: Framber Valdez's All-Star debut is simply perfect
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Houston Astros: Justin Verlander, Framber Valdez a lethal combo
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ALCS: Alex Bregman's Homer Gives Astros Win Over Yankees in Game 2 - The New York Times
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Framber Valdez struggles in eighth after seven strong frames
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Carlos Correa stars against former team as Twins beat Astros 6-2 in Game 2 to tie ALDS
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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, Sports Ap