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Derek Jeter asks if Atlanta Braves are trying to ‘play spoiler’

The Atlanta Braves defied expectations by taking Game 2 of their National League Division Series against the heavily favored Los Angeles Dodgers, reclaiming home-field advantage after a 1–0 loss in Game 1. The Braves’ victory, fueled by Michael Harris II’s triple and the go-ahead run, shifted the narrative as they now appear poised to challenge the Dodgers’ bid for a third consecutive World Series title.

Postgame, Derek Jeter questioned Harris about the Braves’ mindset, asking whether they were content with merely ‘playing spoiler’ or aiming to prove themselves as baseball’s best team. Harris’s response hinted at a more ambitious goal, suggesting Atlanta is focused on securing a championship rather than just disrupting the Dodgers’ dynasty.

The series now carries heightened stakes, with the Braves refusing to be overshadowed by the Dodgers’ dominance.

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