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Schultz: The Braves' two playoff flops can't be coincidence. This
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Astros vs. Braves score: Live World Series highlights as Max Fried
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Braves star Joc Pederson's letter about Atlanta
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Was Joc Pederson really wearing pearls, MLB star sets new trend
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Watch Joc Pederson's 'pearl clutching' moment on live TV
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Joc Pederson wore a one-of-a-kind necklace to the plate
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Astros vs. Braves score: Live World Series highlights as Max Fried
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Joc Pederson is a postseason pearl for Braves
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Joc Pederson pearls vs. Houston Astros Rosary beads