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Tyler Matzek's battle to overcome the yips inspires many - Los Angeles Times
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World Series 2021: Braves reliever Tyler Matzek overcame the yips to reach MLB's biggest stage
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Braves reliever Tyler Matzek details 5-year journey back to majors
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Braves pitcher Tyler Matzek talks about overcoming anxiety that nearly ended his career
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Braves reliever Tyler Matzek details 5-year journey back to majors
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Tyler Matzek, Braves World Series-bound. Manager once forgot his name
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World Series 2021: Braves reliever Tyler Matzek overcame the yips to reach MLB's biggest stage
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Tyler Matzek's Journey From the AirHogs to the Atlanta Braves - The New York Times
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MLB playoff schedule: How Braves can upset Dodgers - Sports Illustrated
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Dana Brown Leads Houston Astros as MLB's Only Black General Manager - The New York Times
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World Series 2021: Braves reliever Tyler Matzek overcame the yips to reach MLB's biggest stage
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