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Five thoughts: Rangers sweep Orioles, advance to ALCS
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Astros reliever Abreu appeals suspension for throwing at García
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Texas Rangers Win Creates a Wild Week for Dallas Sports Fans
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Altuve and Javier lead Astros to 8-5 win at Rangers as Houston
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Photos: This is how fans at Globe Life Field celebrated Rangers
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Texas Rangers defeat Astros and advance to World Series - Los
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