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Everything to know entering MLB Opening Day - The Athletic
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Braves trade for Athletics' Matt Olson; Freddie Freeman era
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Atlanta Braves Oakland Athletics Matt Olson trade
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Matt Olson trade marks the beginning of a Braves dynasty
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Three Opening Day Braves predictions still afloat
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ICYMI: Atlanta Braves newly signed All-Star first baseman goes to
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Braves slugger Matt Olson and his longtime friend, Reece
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Braves first baseman Matt Olson, shaped by bonds forged in Atlanta
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Matt Olson sets Braves franchise record with 52 home runs this season
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Matt Olson reveals why players love the Atlanta Braves
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Braves sign Matt Olson to $168 million, 8-year contract
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Atlanta Journal-Constitution Q&A: Braves first baseman Matt Olson
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Braves sign new 1B Matt Olson to 8-year, $168 million contract