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After 40-70 season, Acuña gets chance to shine in playoffs
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2021 MLB playoffs - How the Atlanta Braves stunned baseball to reach the World Series - ESPN
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The Atlanta Braves Are Peaking at Exactly the Right Time - The New York Times
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MLB Postseason Predictions - Blaze Radio
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Braves swept by National League team for first time in 2023
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Longest postseason win streaks vs another team
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Astros slug their way to the top of the AL West with 16 homers in 3 games to sweep Rangers - The San Diego Union-Tribune
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Houston Astros Beat Boston Red Sox to Reach World Series - The New York Times
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Astros, Braves have a postseason history with one another
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Astros, Braves have a postseason history with one another
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MLB Postseason: Playoff Bracket and World Series Schedule
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Braves become 1st MLB team to clinch playoff spot as Acuña and Olson lead rally past Pirates - The San Diego Union-Tribune