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How the AL West was won: The road to the playoffs as Mariners
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The AL West Is MLB's Last, Best Hope for a Great Division Race
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Astros are cocky as ever after winning AL West thanks to Mariners
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Texas Rangers, Houston Astros and Seattle Mariners Tied for
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Rangers lose regular-season finale in Seattle, miss out on AL West
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5 factors that will determine if Texas Rangers, Houston Astros or
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Astros magic number: How to beat Rangers for AL West crown
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The Texas Rangers are back on top of the AL West – NBC 5 Dallas
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Faced with injuries and an improving AL West, Astros were 'playing
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Seattle, Texas, Houston in last stretch to determine playoffs
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Astros leap Rangers, win AL West on season's final day