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García powers Rangers to first World Series since 2011 with 11-4
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American League West Race Between Texas Rangers, Houston Astros
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Rangers vs. Astros ALCS predictions, pitching matchups and what
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Astros and Rangers set for Lone Star showdown for spot in World
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Deep in the heart of Texas, Astros and Rangers set for Lone Star
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Rangers secure World Series berth with Game 7 victory vs. Astros
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Astros' Ryan Pressly proving to be all-time great playoff reliever
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Rangers 2, Astros 0: How Texas took Game 1 of the ALCS
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Houston Astros defeat Texas Rangers in playoff-like atmosphere