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Brewers' Burnes, Hader combine to no-hit Indians in 3-0 win - The San Diego Union-Tribune
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Judge wins AL MVP in runaway; Goldschmidt takes NL prize - WTOP News
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Judge wins AL MVP in runaway; Goldschmidt takes NL prize - WTOP News
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Have the Cardinals Run Away with the NL Central?
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Mikolas, Knizner spark Cardinals to NL Central crown, 6-2 win over Brewers Midwest News - Bally Sports
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Despite loss, the Milwaukee Brewers are the 2023 NL Central Champions
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Milwaukee Brewers NL Central Magic Number After Big Win To Eliminate Cardinals
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Cincinnati Reds fall three spots in MLB power rankings
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With small markets and payrolls, the AL, NL Centrals lag