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Boston Red Sox become first MLB team to clinch playoff spot
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MLB Playoff Picture 2023: Updated Standings, Wild Card After
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Braves First MLB Team to Clinch Playoff Spot - Winzir Sportsbook
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MLB's first expanded playoff bracket finalized after Tuesday's results
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MLB magic numbers, schedules: Braves 1st to clinch; Yankees
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Boston Red Sox enter the second half: Five things to watch
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Chris Sale returns as Red Sox clinch first postseason berth of MLB
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Dodgers become first team to clinch a playoff spot - Chicago Sun-Times
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What to watch on final day of 2023 MLB regular season - ESPN
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Braves clinch best record in MLB: Atlanta will head into the
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