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The Philadelphia Phillies will try to strengthen their spot at the top of the National League East when they battle the improving Texas Rangers on Friday in the opener of a three-game interleague series in Arlington, Texas.

The Phillies will sent left-hander Cristopher Sanchez (10-3, 2.40 ERA) to the hill while Texas will counter with newly acquired right-hander M

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