World Series preview: Astros and Nationals are rewarded for valuing veterans
5 years, 2 months ago

World Series preview: Astros and Nationals are rewarded for valuing veterans

LA Times  

Washington Nationals starter Max Scherzer speaks during a news conference Monday ahead of Game 1 of the World Series against the Houston Astros on Tuesday. At a time when major league front offices cherish young and inexpensive players more than ever, the Houston Astros and Washington Nationals, two teams featuring several stars and a long list of contributors in their 30s, conducted workouts in preparation for the World Series. Houston Astros starting pitcher Zack Greinke delivers against the New York Yankees in Game 4 of the American League Championship Series on Oct. 17. “I think our team did a good job of acquiring pieces,” said Alex Bregman, the Astros’ 25-year-old third baseman and an American League MVP candidate.

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The Sports Report: Dodgers confirm that you can’t win them all
2 months, 1 week ago

The Sports Report: Dodgers confirm that you can’t win them all

LA Times  

It was a long night for Brent Honeywell and the Dodgers pitching staff in Game 4. Continue reading here CLIPPERS From Broderick Turner: The Golden State Warriors’ defense collapsed on Clippers center Ivica Zubac late in a tense game Sunday night at Chase Center in San Francisco, but he didn’t panic. Continue reading here KINGS Tyler Toffoli scored the go-ahead …

Dodgers and Yankees Set Stage for a Starlit World Series
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Dodgers and Yankees Set Stage for a Starlit World Series

Associated Press  

The Dodgers and Yankees are set to clash in a highly anticipated 12th World Series matchup, marking 43 years since their last encounter. Both teams boast star players capable of putting up a fight throughout the series. The rivalry between the Dodgers and Yankees is one of the most heated in baseball history, and this World Series promises to be …

Padres vs. Braves 2024 Wild Card Series preview: Predictions, pitching matchups and more
3 months, 1 week ago

Padres vs. Braves 2024 Wild Card Series preview: Predictions, pitching matchups and more

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of the MLB Wild Card Round. — Dennis Lin Why the Braves will win The Braves will have to fly across the country late Monday to begin a Wild Card Series against the Padres at Petco Park, less than 24 hours after wrapping up the regular season with a stressful doubleheader Monday against the Mets, …

Justin Verlander earns his 262nd win as AL West champion Astros beat Guardians 4-3
3 months, 1 week ago

Justin Verlander earns his 262nd win as AL West champion Astros beat Guardians 4-3

Associated Press  

CLEVELAND — Justin Verlander gave up three runs in six innings for his 262nd victory and the AL West champion Houston Astros beat the Cleveland Guardians 4-3 on Saturday night. I know I haven’t been as sharp as I need to be, but I feel like I’m inching in the right direction.” José Ramírez hit his 39th homer and drove …

Astros vs. Tigers 2024 Wild Card Series preview: Predictions, pitching matchups and more
3 months, 1 week ago

Astros vs. Tigers 2024 Wild Card Series preview: Predictions, pitching matchups and more

New York Times  

October will open with a familiar face, the Houston Astros, winners of the American League West in seven of the past eight years, back in the postseason once again. Yordan Alvarez’s sprained right knee may prevent him from playing in the Wild Card Series and, even if he does, expecting him to be at 100 percent efficacy is a stretch, …

Astros overcome terrible start to clinch 4th straight AL West title
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Astros overcome terrible start to clinch 4th straight AL West title

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — Trailing the Seattle Mariners by 10 games in mid-June, the Houston Astros were undoubtedly down. The Astros clinched their fourth straight AL West title with a 4-3 win over the Mariners on Tuesday night, overcoming a terrible start to reach the playoffs for an eighth consecutive year. “And the guys just put their heads down, never stopped believing …

MLB Power Rankings: Royals, Padres shake up top 10; Our picks for each team’s MVP
3 months, 4 weeks ago

MLB Power Rankings: Royals, Padres shake up top 10; Our picks for each team’s MVP

New York Times  

By Tim Britton, Chad Jennings and Kaitlyn McGrath Every week,​ we​ ask a selected group of our baseball​ writers​ — local and national — to rank the teams from first to worst. — McGrath Most home runs by an @Orioles shortstop in a single season: Gunnar Henderson: 35 Miguel Tejada: 34 Cal Ripken Jr.: 34 pic.twitter.com/CmHqo4pQM3 — MLB September 4, …

Williams, Nationals hold down weak-hitting Braves 3-1 for rare 4-game series win
7 months, 1 week ago

Williams, Nationals hold down weak-hitting Braves 3-1 for rare 4-game series win

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — Trevor Williams combined with four relievers on a five-hitter and Washington beat Atlanta 3-1 on Thursday night for the Nationals’ first four-game series win over the Braves since 2016. The Nationals won three of four for their first four-game series win against Atlanta since Aug. 18-21, 2016 — the year before the Braves moved to Truist Park. “To …

Thomas’ tying homer, Moreno’s decisive hit send D-backs over Phillies 6-5, ties NLCS at 2 games
1 year, 2 months ago

Thomas’ tying homer, Moreno’s decisive hit send D-backs over Phillies 6-5, ties NLCS at 2 games

Associated Press  

PHOENIX — The crack of the bat was a stunner, jolting the sellout crowd at Chase Field into a frenzy. “I think everyone was in the whole stadium.” Thomas hit a tying, two-run homer in a three-run eighth inning, Gabriel Moreno followed with a go-ahead single and the D-backs stunned the Philadelphia Phillies with a 6-5 victory on Friday night …

MLB playoffs: Astros power past Twins and into ALCS; Phillies take series lead over Braves
1 year, 2 months ago

MLB playoffs: Astros power past Twins and into ALCS; Phillies take series lead over Braves

LA Times  

Houston Astros’ Jose Abreu rounds the bases after his two-run home run during the fourth inning of Game 4 of the ALDS against the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday in Minneapolis. José Abreu homered for the third time in two games, a two-run rocket in the fourth inning that launched the Houston Astros to their seventh straight AL Championship Series appearance …

Beer-chugging Astros players are toasted by '1million' paradegoers after second World Series title
2 years, 2 months ago

Beer-chugging Astros players are toasted by '1million' paradegoers after second World Series title

Daily Mail  

Throngs of Houston Astros fans toasted the team's second World Series title at Monday's parade through the city streets, where cans of beer were alternately chugged by players and hurled at Senator Ted Cruz. Alex Bregman, Jose Altuve, Yuli Gurriel, and Justin Verlander celebrate their second World Series title on Monday in Houston Justin Verlander of the Houston Astros, his …

Astros’ Peña 1st rookie hitter to win World Series MVP
2 years, 2 months ago

Astros’ Peña 1st rookie hitter to win World Series MVP

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — Jeremy Peña’s key to success was keeping his head dry. Capping a freshman season like no other, he became the first rookie position player to win a World Series MVP award Saturday night after hitting.400 in the Houston Astros’ six-game victory over the Philadelphia Phillies. Just 24 when he was handed the starting job at the beginning of …

Alvarez blasts Astros to World Series title in G6 vs. Phils
2 years, 2 months ago

Alvarez blasts Astros to World Series title in G6 vs. Phils

The Independent  

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MLB embracing 'flukes' and added revenue this postseason
2 years, 2 months ago

MLB embracing 'flukes' and added revenue this postseason

LA Times  

Houston’s Jose Altuve walks on the field during the Astros’ win in Game 5 of the World Series on Thursday. There was no angst because, in the end, the World Series featured the team with the best record in the American League against the team with the best record in the National League. “The enthusiasm for the new postseason format …

Houston Astros win World Series, set benchmark for MLB success
2 years, 2 months ago

Houston Astros win World Series, set benchmark for MLB success

LA Times  

Astros second baseman Jose Altuve holds the Commissioner’s Trophy as Houston celebrates its World Series championship victory over the Philadelphia Phillies on Saturday. Houston Astros manager Dusty Baker Jr. celebrates after winning the first World Series title of his storied baseball career. Yordan Álvarez, who developed into one of baseball’s premier hitters after the Astros plucked him from an anonymous …

Houston Astros close in on second World Series with road win in Philadelphia
2 years, 2 months ago

Houston Astros close in on second World Series with road win in Philadelphia

The Independent  

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Verlander gets World Series win, Astros lead Phillies 3-2
2 years, 2 months ago

Verlander gets World Series win, Astros lead Phillies 3-2

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — Justin Verlander beamed like a first-time big leaguer, and the Houston Astros feted the 244-game winner like a baby-faced rookie. “And it was one of the best feelings in my career.” After 16 years of trying, Verlander finally gritted out his elusive first World Series win. “There’s going to be a lot of energy in our park,” said …

World Series: Astros head home to Houston leading Phils 3-2
2 years, 2 months ago

World Series: Astros head home to Houston leading Phils 3-2

Associated Press  

Trey Mancini and Chas McCormick buoyed the Astros with clutch defensive plays in Game 5 of the World Series. SERIES SCHEDULE Game 6: Saturday in Houston, 8:03 p.m., FOX Game 7 : Sunday in Houston, 8:03 p.m., FOX PHLAILING ABOUT Except for Bryce Harper, the Phillies’ best sluggers have gone cold in the World Series. “Sometimes you go through times …

Astros rookie star Peña delivers again in World Series win
2 years, 2 months ago

Astros rookie star Peña delivers again in World Series win

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — Jeremy Peña trotted around third base, looked toward the Houston dugout and gave the most casual two-handed shrug you’ll ever see on a ballfield. He became the first rookie shortstop to homer in the World Series, added two key singles and made a critical leaping catch in a 3-2 win over the Philadelphia Phillies in Game 5. Go …

Schwarber HR off Verlander ends Astros’ hitless streak in WS
2 years, 2 months ago

Schwarber HR off Verlander ends Astros’ hitless streak in WS

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber put a sudden end to that record-tying hitless streak by Houston pitchers. Schwarber homered on Justin Verlander’s second pitch in Game 5 of the World Series on Thursday night, a day after four Astros pitchers combined on a no-hitter against Philadelphia. The Astros had held the Phillies hitless for 11 innings dating to Game …

What’s behind the Phillies’ World Series run? Players flourishing in unexpected ways
2 years, 2 months ago

What’s behind the Phillies’ World Series run? Players flourishing in unexpected ways

LA Times  

The Philadelphia Phillies are not the same team from a month ago. “I can’t really explain it,” Phillies right fielder Nick Castellanos said. And I think when you do that then talent is able to rise to the top.” Philadelphia Phillies manager Rob Thomson watches batting practice before Game 2 of the World Series on Oct. 29. And I think …

Javier, Astros pitch 2nd no-hitter in World Series history
2 years, 2 months ago

Javier, Astros pitch 2nd no-hitter in World Series history

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — Hammered the night before, Cristian Javier and the Houston Astros desperately needed to figure how to keep Bryce Harper and the Phillies in the ballpark. Javier and Houston’s bullpen combined on just the second no-hitter in World Series history, silencing a booming lineup and boisterous fans as the Astros blanked Philadelphia 5-0 Wednesday night to even the matchup …

Astros burst ahead, beat Phillies 5-2, tie World Series 1-1
2 years, 2 months ago

Astros burst ahead, beat Phillies 5-2, tie World Series 1-1

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — Framber Valdez swapped his glove and his spikes midgame. “This was a really good game for the fans, a really good game for our team and also for me,” he said through a translator after pitching the Astros over the Phillies 5-2 Saturday night to tie the World Series at one game apiece. “I’ve just been playing really …

MLB: Houston Astros ride strong start to even World Series with Philadelphia Phillies
2 years, 2 months ago

MLB: Houston Astros ride strong start to even World Series with Philadelphia Phillies

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Realmuto, Phils rally past Astros in 10 to open World Series
2 years, 2 months ago

Realmuto, Phils rally past Astros in 10 to open World Series

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — A timely swing by J.T. Realmuto hit a solo home run in the 10th inning and the Phillies, saved by Castellanos’ sliding catch, rallied past the Houston Astros 6-5 Friday night. Down 5-0 early against Astros ace Justin Verlander, the Phillies became the first team in 20 years to overcome a five-run deficit to win a World Series …

Astros’ Valdez vs. Phillies’ Wheeler in World Series Game 2
2 years, 2 months ago

Astros’ Valdez vs. Phillies’ Wheeler in World Series Game 2

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — Framber Valdez’s World Series debut was a blast — for the Atlanta Braves. “I think the key for this year is just continue doing what I’ve been doing, try not to let the game get away from me, and I think we’ll get good results there.” Astros manager Dusty Baker said the only way to keep young players …

Phillies' World Series Game 1 win shows Astros aren't invincible
2 years, 2 months ago

Phillies' World Series Game 1 win shows Astros aren't invincible

LA Times  

Realmuto, right, celebrates with teammate Bryce Harper after hitting a solo home run in the 10th inning of a 6-5 comeback win over the Houston Astros in Game 1 of the World Series on Friday night. Never again had a team come back from so far down to win a World Series game until Friday, in Game 1 of the …

Astros sweep Yankees in ALCS, advance to World Series again
2 years, 2 months ago

Astros sweep Yankees in ALCS, advance to World Series again

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — In recent years, it’s almost become an October ritual: Astros top Yankees. “We’re a step away from the ultimate goal.” Perfect in the playoffs, Houston opens the World Series at home Friday night against Bryce Harper and the wild-card Philadelphia Phillies, who beat San Diego to close out the best-of-seven NLCS in five games. They’re going to …

Harper’s HR powers Phillies past Padres, into World Series
2 years, 2 months ago

Harper’s HR powers Phillies past Padres, into World Series

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — Bryce Harper broke up the Phillies postseason party on the mound and directed his team to where the true revelry was about to begin for the National League champs. Harper slugged his fifth homer of the postseason, a two-run blast in the eighth inning that turned Citizens Bank Park into a madhouse, and the $330 million slugger powered …

MLB Playoffs: Astros try to sweep Yanks, Phils lead Pads 3-1
2 years, 2 months ago

MLB Playoffs: Astros try to sweep Yanks, Phils lead Pads 3-1

Associated Press  

Bryce Harper and the Philadelphia Phillies hoped to be in this position. “Well, I don’t know if dominant’s the word,” Houston manager Dusty Baker said. Here’s what else to know about the MLB playoffs Sunday: SUNDAY’S SCHEDULE NLCS Game 5: San Diego at Philadelphia, 2:37 p.m., FS1 ALCS Game 4: Houston at New York Yankees, 7:07 p.m., TBS BOO WHO? …

Javier, Astros romp 5-0 over Yanks, Cole, take 3-0 ALCS lead
2 years, 2 months ago

Javier, Astros romp 5-0 over Yanks, Cole, take 3-0 ALCS lead

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Cristian Javier and the Houston Astros aren’t just beating the Yankees, they’re chomping them up. Javier and Houston’s bullpen combined on a three-hitter, Chas McCormick followed a dropped flyball with an early two-run homer and the Astros beat Gerrit Cole and the Yankees 5-0 on Saturday night to take a 3-0 AL Championship Series lead. “We’re not …

Astros shut out Yankees to move one win away from World Series
2 years, 2 months ago

Astros shut out Yankees to move one win away from World Series

LA Times  

Houston’s Chas McCormick celebrates after hitting a two-run home run in a 5-0 win over the New York Yankees in Game 3 of the American League Championship Series on Saturday. Cristian Javier and Houston’s bullpen combined on a three-hitter, Chas McCormick followed a dropped fly ball with an early two-run homer and the Astros beat Gerrit Cole and the New …

What's the MLB state of play, and who's going to win the top prizes come November?
2 years, 5 months ago

What's the MLB state of play, and who's going to win the top prizes come November?

Daily Mail  

The season that nearly never was is into the home stretch. Aaron Judge has been the standout player in baseball this season, with the most home runs The New York Yankees' 13-year World Series drought feels more like 130 in the Bronx A 13-year World Series drought feels more like 130 in the Bronx, but this club is as close …

Astros’ 11-game winning streak ends, Nationals romp 13-6
2 years, 7 months ago

Astros’ 11-game winning streak ends, Nationals romp 13-6

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Yadiel Hernandez and Maikel Franco homered and the Washington Nationals ended the Houston Astros’ 11-game winning streak, romping 13-6 on Saturday night. Starter Cristian Javier was tagged for seven runs and eight hits over 3 2/3 innings — the Astros had allowed a total of four runs over their past five games. “When you’ve got guys like Cruz …

Hammerin’ Braves rout Astros to win 1st WS crown since 1995
3 years, 2 months ago

Hammerin’ Braves rout Astros to win 1st WS crown since 1995

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — Most of the season, it just seemed this wasn’t their year. “Injuries, every single kind of thing that could happen, that could go wrong went wrong, and we overcame every single one of those things.” How proud Hank Aaron would’ve been. A full hour after the game, hundreds of Braves fans packed behind the team’s third base dugout …

Summer castoff Jorge Soler transforms into World Series MVP
3 years, 2 months ago

Summer castoff Jorge Soler transforms into World Series MVP

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — A spare piece no more, Jorge Soler drove a pitch over the train tracks, out of Minute Maid Park and deep into the heart of Texas. It’s actually pretty incredible what he did in the World Series, getting COVID in the NLCS and missing 10 days and then coming back and not missing a beat.” Soler hit.300 with …

Atlanta Braves rout Houston Astros to win first World Series since 1995
3 years, 2 months ago

Atlanta Braves rout Houston Astros to win first World Series since 1995

Firstpost  

The Atlanta Braves celebrate after winning baseball’s World Series in Game 6 against the Houston Astros Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2021, in Houston. Houston: Max Fried hurled six shutout innings and Jorge Soler smashed a towering home run as the Atlanta Braves captured their first World Series since 1995 with a 7-0 rout of the Houston Astros on Tuesday. It was …

World Series: Atlanta dominates Astros in Game 6 to win title
3 years, 2 months ago

World Series: Atlanta dominates Astros in Game 6 to win title

LA Times  

Atlanta celebrates after winning the World Series in Game 6 against the Houston Astros Tuesday in Houston. For the first time since 1995, it is the Atlanta Braves who are champions of baseball, claiming the franchise’s fourth World Series title with a 7-0 rout of the Astros in Game 6 on Tuesday behind a scoreless six-inning gem from left-hander Max …

Braves vs Astros: 2021 World Series pits father versus son
3 years, 2 months ago

Braves vs Astros: 2021 World Series pits father versus son

CNN  

CNN — A World Series is not an event that needs additional hyping, but a father versus son dynamic is a welcome subplot nonetheless. The best-of-seven Fall Classic series to crown this year’s Major League Baseball champion begins on Tuesday night, bringing Atlanta Braves manager Brian Snitker face-to-face with his son, Houston Astros hitting coach Troy Snitker. Looking for his …

Houston Astros advance to World Series after beating Boston Red Sox in ALCS
3 years, 2 months ago

Houston Astros advance to World Series after beating Boston Red Sox in ALCS

CNN  

CNN — The Houston Astros are headed to World Series for the third time in five seasons after defeating the Boston Red Sox 5-0 in Houston on Friday night. The Astros haven’t won the Series since being embroiled in a sign-stealing controversy after their 2017 championship season, which ended with them beating the Los Angeles Dodgers in a seven-game World …

Houston Astros advance to the World Series, await winner of Dodgers-Braves series
3 years, 2 months ago

Houston Astros advance to the World Series, await winner of Dodgers-Braves series

LA Times  

Houston’s Kyle Tucker, right, celebrates with Carlos Correa after hitting a three-run home run against the Boston Red Sox in a 5-0 win in Game 6 of the ALCS on Friday. Rookie Luis Garcia showed the poise of an October ace, Yordan Alvarez stayed hot at the plate and the Houston Astros earned yet another trip to the World Series, …

Schwarber mashes 2 more, Nats inch closer to Mets in NL East
3 years, 6 months ago

Schwarber mashes 2 more, Nats inch closer to Mets in NL East

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Kyle Schwarber homered twice, becoming the first player in major league history to hit 15 home runs in a 17-day span, and the Washington Nationals beat the New York Mets 8-4 on Monday night. DODGERS 3, GIANTS 2 LOS ANGELES — Mookie Betts and Max Muncy hit back-to-back home runs to begin the first inning, leading Trevor Bauer …

Dodgers spring preview: Signing Trevor Bauer an answer to the Padres’ flurry of moves
3 years, 10 months ago

Dodgers spring preview: Signing Trevor Bauer an answer to the Padres’ flurry of moves

LA Times  

For the offseason’s first three months, the Dodgers, the reigning World Series champions for the first time since the George H.W. “Obviously, we’ve noticed,” Dodgers president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman said of the Padres’ busy offseason during Bauer’s introductory press conference Thursday. Turner wanted a longer contract and at least one other team — the Milwaukee Brewers — had …

Dodgers and Braves should be among elite National League teams for years
4 years, 2 months ago

Dodgers and Braves should be among elite National League teams for years

LA Times  

Atlanta Braves’ Ozzie Albies scores under Dodgers catcher Will Smith during the fourth inning in Game 7 of the NLCS. The Dodgers and the Atlanta Braves pushed the National League Championship Series to the limit with Sunday night’s winner-take-all Game 7 in Globe Life Field. “We’re honestly a very competitive team,” Acuña said, when asked if the Braves are primed …

Springer, Astros beat Rays 7-4 to force Game 7 in ALCS
4 years, 2 months ago

Springer, Astros beat Rays 7-4 to force Game 7 in ALCS

The Independent  

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Brewers’ Game 2 hopes against Dodgers rest with Brandon Woodruff and Josh Hader
4 years, 3 months ago

Brewers’ Game 2 hopes against Dodgers rest with Brandon Woodruff and Josh Hader

LA Times  

Milwaukee Brewers manager Craig Counsell sounded like a guy who knows something the rest of us don’t. His team had just lost to the Dodgers 4-2 in a National League playoff opener Wednesday night, the Brewers doomed by a brutal start in which left-hander Brent Suter walked five batters — two with the bases loaded — and gave up three …

Nationals, manager Martinez agree to multiyear extension
4 years, 3 months ago

Nationals, manager Martinez agree to multiyear extension

The Independent  

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Cheating Astros are villains on par with Barry Bonds and the 20th century Yankees
4 years, 10 months ago

Cheating Astros are villains on par with Barry Bonds and the 20th century Yankees

LA Times  

The Astros swarm pitcher Charlie Morton after he held the Dodgers to one run over the last four innings to preserve the win during the 2017 World Series. Dodgers Dodgers reportedly alerted Nationals to Astros’ sign-stealing ahead of World Series The Houston Astros’ sign-stealing scheme was an “open secret” for several years, according to a Washington Post report. The Los …

What the Dodgers can learn from the Nationals’ World Series victory
5 years, 2 months ago

What the Dodgers can learn from the Nationals’ World Series victory

LA Times  

Matthew McConaughey, who is from Texas, on the field before Game 7 in Houston. Houston Astros pitcher Zack Greinke looks on during Game 7 of the World Series against the Washington Nationals. Howie Kendrick of the Washington Nationals celebrates with teammate Juan Soto after hitting a two-run home against the Houston Astros during the seventh inning of Game 7 of …

Nationals top Astros in Game 7 to win 1st World Series title
5 years, 2 months ago

Nationals top Astros in Game 7 to win 1st World Series title

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — Stephen Strasburg paraded the MVP trophy for delirious fans packed behind the dugout. “The way this game went is the way our whole season went.” Strasburg, new lefty Patrick Corbin and the Nats brought the first World Series championship to the nation’s capital since ol’ Walter Johnson delivered the crown for the Senators in 1924. “I wasn’t going …

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