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Braves at Reds, 7/19
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Dansby Swanson: Atlanta Braves shortstop through the years in photos
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Nick Markakis of the Braves opts back in to MLB season
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Nick Markakis: 'This Isn't Goodbye' - CBS Baltimore
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Nick Markakis has his manager's back, Braves glad both are still here
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Nick Markakis relishing first All-Star game, unsure about future
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BREAKING: Braves Outfielder Nick Markakis has chosen to opt out of the 2020 MLB Season. - Follow @braves.worldwide - - Tags:…
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These Braves are unrecognizable from last year's team, and more dangerous than ever - The Washington Post
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Braves at Reds, 7/19
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Nick Markakis retiring from baseball after 15 seasons: 'I'm gonna be a stay-at-home dad' - The Athletic
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A's drop 4th in a row with 4-3 loss to Braves