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Houston Astros activate RHP José Urquidy from the 60-day IL
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José Urquidy struggles again in loss to A's
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Houston Astros' 2020 Rotation Under Construction - The Runner Sports
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With their starting rotation crumbling, the Astros need a sharp José
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José Urquidy strikes out seven, 08/13/2023
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Houston Astros injury updates including Yordan Alvarez, Jose Urquidy
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Jose Urquidy Leaves Sunday Night's Game with Apparent Injury
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Astros' José Urquidy throws live batting practice
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José Urquidy struggles again in loss to A's
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World Champs Give Injury Updates on Multiple Key Players Ahead
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BREAKING: Jose Urquidy of Houston Astros Leaves Game with Apparent
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Houston Astros push their playoff magic number down thanks to Jose