Yusei Kikuchi, facing Angels, aims to stay perfect with Astros

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With a loss Wednesday night, the Los Angeles Angels ensured they would finish the season in a familiar spot.

With a win Thursday afternoon, the Houston Astros inched closer to their annual destination.

The Astros will look to maintain their 4 1/2-game lead in the American League West on Fridaywhen they face the Angels in the opener of a three-game series in Anaheim, Calif.

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