Astros Dominate Twins, Advance to ALCS

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Cristian Javier delivers a dominant performance, allowing only one hit over five innings, as the Houston Astros defeat the Minnesota Twins 9-1 in Game 3 of the ALDS. Javier's historic postseason run continues, as he becomes the fourth pitcher in history to have three consecutive scoreless starts of five or more innings. The Astros' offense also shines, with Jose Abreu and Alex Bregman hitting home runs, and Yordan Alvarez adding his fourth home run of the series. Houston is now on the verge of clinching their seventh consecutive ALCS appearance.
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