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Astros win 2022 World Series championship, no asterisk needed - Sports Illustrated
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Braves strike first, dominate Astros 6-2 in Game 1 of World Series
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2023 MLB playoffs: Phillies manager breaks down pitching strategy that fueled Game 1 shutout win vs. Braves
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Hammerin' Braves win 1st WS crown since 1995, rout Astros
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Dodgers' season ends with loss to Braves in NLCS
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Braves win World Series: Championship is unexpected, yet fitting - Sports Illustrated
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The Latest: Astros drop slumping Bregman, bats 7th in Game 5
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Rangers, Astros take Game 1 wins