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In 2009 Albert Pujols tied the NL grand slam record - A Hunt and Peck - Viva El Birdos
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21 years ago today, Albert Pujols - and the fans - had a blast in his first game at Busch Stadium
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Albert Pujols' 700th home run has special meaning to Latinos - Los Angeles Times
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Quick hits: Pujols' first 2-homer game at Busch in 11 years sends Cardinals to win vs. Brewers
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Pujols blasts go-ahead homer in final at-bat against rival Cubs
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Albert Pujols hits 681st career home run
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Albert Pujols Is Finally Coming Back to Busch Stadium! - HubPages
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Pujols' Busch Stadium return 'just pretty amazing' - ESPN
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Albert Pujols had amazing gesture for fans who caught his milestone HR ball
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Albert Pujols 700th home run from the field! : r/baseball
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Pujols' 700th home run carried a special significance for Latinos, National
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Albert Pujols joins 700-HR club - The best stories from those who played with and against him - ESPN
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Welcome back: Pujols, 42, returns to Cardinals on 1-year deal