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Why did the Braves pull Ian Anderson? Rookie gets through five
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Ian Anderson Optioned Again as Braves' Rotation Battle Comes into
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Ian Anderson (baseball) - Wikipedia
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Ian Anderson struggles in spring debut
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Michael Soroka and Ian Anderson competing for Braves rotation
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Atlanta Braves Injury Status - ESPN
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Braves send Ian Anderson to minors, meaning a rookie will likely
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Game Thread: World Series Game 3, Houston Astros at Atlanta Braves
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Braves vs. Astros World Series Game 3: Atlanta pulls Ian Anderson
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Braves option RHPs Ian Anderson, Bryce Elder to Triple-A South
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Braves option former key pitcher to minor leagues
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Ian Anderson News - ESPN
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Brave choice: Shen's Anderson goes No. 3 in baseball draft