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World Series – Atlanta Braves v Houston Astros – Game Six

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ATLANTA, GEORGIA - OCTOBER 31: An Atlanta Braves braves fan reacts following Houston Astros 9-5 win in Game Five of the World Series at Truist Park on October 31, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

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ATLANTA, GEORGIA - OCTOBER 31: Manager Brian Snitker #43 of the Atlanta Braves makes a pitching change during the fourth inning against the Houston Astros in Game Five of the World Series at Truist Park on October 31, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

Too Many Pitching Changes, Not Enough Scapegoats

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ATLANTA, GEORGIA - OCTOBER 31: Zack Greinke #21 of the Houston Astros reacts after a pinch-hit single against the Atlanta Braves during the fourth inning in Game Five of the World Series at Truist Park on October 31, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

A Fond Farewell And Good Riddance To Pitchers Hitting. You Were Abominable. I’ll Miss You.

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World Series – Atlanta Braves v Houston Astros – Game Four

Everybody Got What They Came For

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Charlie Morton #50 of the Atlanta Braves looks on against the Houston Astros during the second inning in Game One of the World Series at Minute Maid Park on October 26, 2021 in Houston, Texas.

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