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MLB playoffs 2023: Astros and Diamondbacks advance to LCS, Phillies one win away, Region
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Castellanos hits 2 homers, makes pivotal throw for an out, as Phillies beat Braves 6-5 in 10
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Braves hope to re-sign third baseman Josh Donaldson
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A pitch from New York Yankees starting pitcher Gerrit Cole, not visible, comes in high on Baltimore Orioles' Gunnar Henderson during the third inning of a baseball game, Friday, July 28, 2023
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Bryce Harper drives in 100th run, Phillies beat Reds 6-2
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