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Back-to-back homers by Swanson and Soler against the Astros have Braves on the brink of a World Series title
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World Series: Houston Astros level best-of-seven series with Atlanta Braves, Baseball News
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The Latest: Braves take 1-0 Series advantage over Astros
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2021 World Series Preview
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Braves start fast, top Astros in Game 1 of World Series
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Discussing the Atlanta Braves' World Series Win Over the Houston Astros - The Ringer
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World Series 2021: Atlanta Braves one win from title after beating Houston Astros 3-2 - BBC Sport
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Braves take 1-0 World Series lead over Astros
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Braves vs. Astros World Series: 5 Things to Know - The New York Times
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World Series: Houston Astros take on old foes Atlanta Braves in the 117th edition, Baseball News
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Houston Astros drop World Series opener to Atlanta Braves 6-2