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Game Preview: Fried and the Braves Look to Sweep the Giants after
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Pederson hits 2-run HR as Fried, Braves shut out Rays 9-0
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Max Fried's availability could impact Braves in postseason
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The Brewers' lineup was surprisingly unprepared against Max Fried
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Max Fried to start World Series Game 2 for Braves
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Braves 8 Cubs 0-And Most Importantly, Fried Is Back and Saturday
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Fried X-factor for Braves down stretch
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Buck stopped: Showalter suspended, Braves cool off Mets 5-2
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Is a Max Fried Contract Extension Still on the Table?
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Braves vs. Giants Player Props Betting Odds
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MLB-leading Braves are dealing with an ailing rotation as the
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Max Fried ready for his World Series title moment with Atlanta
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Braves ace Max Fried goes on IL with strained left forearm, will
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In more need of Fried's best, Braves get something less in Game 2
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Max Fried's resolve a reflection of title-winning Braves