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World Series 2021: How the Braves built their NL champion roster
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Atlanta Braves: Austin Riley's summer of dominance almost looks
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The Atlanta Braves' Season Was Over — Until Somehow It Wasn't
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Braves Bypass Trading For Pitcher With Ace Max Fried Ready To Return
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Just how clutch has Austin Riley been in the NLCS
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Two late home runs and an epic double play rally Braves for series
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Atlanta Braves Beat Los Angeles Dodgers to Reach World Series
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Thoughts on Austin Riley's extension, trade deadline, the Mets
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Michael Harris II's catch, Austin Riley's homer lift Braves to