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LEADING OFF: Angels' dual threat Ohtani starts at Astros
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Framber Valdez earns fifth straight quality start in Astros' loss
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Framber Valdez sets MLB record with 22 straight quality starts
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Cristian Javier, Framber Valdez and the Astros Pitching Factory
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Framber Valdez ready to face live hitters
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Houston Astros begin run to repeat in 2023 season
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Astros beat Yankees 3-2 to take 2-0 lead in ALCS
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Not To Be Overshadowed by the Deadline, Framber Valdez Spins a No
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MLB Best Bets: Astros Look for the Series Split in Toronto
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Houston Astros' Framber Valdez Joins Elite Franchise History with
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Verlander wins MLB-leading 14th, Astros rout Mariners 11-1
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