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Braves' pitcher pinch hits, delivers game-winner
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Dansby Swanson living the dream leading hometown Braves toward title
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Swanson homers twice, Braves hold on to beat Giants 7-6
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World Siri: Rookie propels Astros past Braves to tie Series – Marin Independent Journal
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Olson is center of long-term plan to keep Braves competitive
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After historic regular season, Acuña gets a chance to really shine in playoffs - The Sumter Item
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Freeman HR sends Braves to NLCS with 5-4 win over Brewers
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Here is why the Braves should keep Dansby Swanson
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The Atlanta Braves won the World Series. But they face a tougher opponent off the field
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Atlanta Braves' Dansby Swanson, center, and Rafael Ortega, right, celebrate after scoring as St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Carlos Martinez (18) walks in the background during the ninth inning in Game 3
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M-V-Free! Freeman HR sends Braves to NLCS, 5-4 over Brewers