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Braves, Mets, Phillies Again Set To Duke It Out In Competitive NL East
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Takeaways from Atlanta's extra-innings walk-off victory against the Chicago Cubs on Wednesday night - Sports Illustrated Atlanta Braves News, Analysis and More
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Cubs closers: The veteran favorite and two youngsters who could someday claim the title - The Athletic
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Cubs use explosive first inning to take down Braves
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Cubs score five runs in first inning in win vs. Braves
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Chicago Cubs lose another vital game to the comeback Atlanta Braves
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Braves vs Cubs Prediction, Picks, Odds — August 6
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Braves score twice on Suzuki's fielding error, overcome 6-run deficit to beat Cubs
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Cubs score five runs in first inning in win vs. Braves
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Nico Hoerner hits grand slam as Chicago Cubs beat Washington Nationals 8-3