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Explaioner: Wander Franco investigations continue as Rays prepare
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Explaioner: Wander Franco investigations continue as Rays prepare for the playoffs without their star shortstop
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Analysis: It looks like it'll take all 162 games to decide MLB's postseason races
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What's next in the case of Rays' Wander Franco?
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