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MLB standings 2023: Updated playoff bracket, magic numbers through Sept. 29
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Red Sox increasingly dangerous for Astros in AL playoff race
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The 30: Even From Last Place, the Red Sox Have Kept Their Eyes on the Ball
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Red Sox rotation complete again as Tanner Houck returns, but it might be too late - The Athletic
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Red Sox lose rain-shortened game, Yankees complete 4-game sweep
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Judge still at 60, Yanks get rain-shortened win over Red Sox
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Orioles clinch the AL East title with their 100th win of the season, 2-0 over Red Sox
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The Red Sox Are Once Again Disappointing
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Red Sox-Yankees rivalry bottoms out in AL East this season - The Boston Globe