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Atlanta Braves: Why it's Time to Get Rid of Tomahawk Chop
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Updated: Comments by Cards rookie Helsley prompt 'tomahawk chop' changes from Braves
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MLB Playoffs: Cardinals player streams Mike Shildt's profane speech
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Braves fans perform 'Tomahawk Chop' chant in defiance of Native American Cardinals pitcher's outcry
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Cardinals pitcher Ryan Helsley, a member of the Cherokee nation, says Braves fans' Tomahawk Chop is insulting
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Cardinals pitcher Ryan Helsley and his family work to keep Cherokee heritage alive - The Athletic
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Cardinals pitcher Ryan Helsley disappointed in Tomahawk Chop
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Why Native American mascots shouldn't be allowed in sports
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Cardinals prospect Ryan Helsley literally has a tribe supporting him - News from Rob Rains
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Cardinals' Ryan Helsley, a member of Cherokee Nation, criticizes Braves fans for tomahawk chop
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Ryan Helsley hopes Braves do the right thing with 'chop' chant - Los Angeles Times
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Braves say they take Ryan Helsley's concerns about 'Tomahawk Chop' seriously - NBC Sports