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Braves bet on long-term success with new contracts
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Braves' new contracts set them up for long-term success
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Matt Olson has high praise for Michael Harris
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Projecting the Braves' Opening Day roster with less than a month to go - The Athletic
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Michael Harris II exudes no emotions but lots of talent and confidence as Braves' new $72 million man
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Acuña, Olson have Braves on a roll with majors' most powerful lineup - Newsday
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Michael Harris II: Mindset of winning played big role with Atlanta Braves deal
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Strider dominant, Contreras homers, Braves sweep Phillies
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Michael Harris II discusses new 8-year contract
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Braves' new contracts set them up for long-term success
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