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Phillies-Braves NLDS: Nick Castellanos breaks out in Game 1 win - CBS Philadelphia
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Max Fried rejoining Braves rotation after being sidelined nearly three months
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Braves ace Max Fried returns home as champion, All-Star
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Finger Injuries Sideline Two Pitchers As Atlanta Braves Approach Playoffs
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Braves ace Max Fried makes first appearance since May 5 in Triple-A rehab start
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Shanks: Max Fried's future should be Atlanta Braves top priority
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LHP Cole Hamels done for year after just 1 start for Braves
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Max Fried Injury Update: Health status and expected recovery period for Braves pitcher beginning Rehab start
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Braves' Fried enjoys first appearance since May 5
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Braves face Phillies in NLDS looking for payback after shocking playoff loss a year ago, National Sports
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Braves hold off again on announcing starting pitcher for Game 3 of NLDS vs Phillies, National Sports