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What is a 'homestand'?
A homestand refers to a series of games a sports team plays at their home stadium. The Detroit Tigers recently had a 2-4 homestand, meaning they won two games and lost four while playing at home. Performing well during homestands is usually crucial for a team's success and morale.
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