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Battery Power: Braves claim World Series opener, but win comes with a price

The Braves opened the World Series in dramatic fashion, with Jorge Soler becoming the first leadoff hitter to ever opener the Fall Classic with a home run. But the highs of Atlanta’s 6-2 win over the Astros on Tuesday night came with the low of losing Charlie Morton to a season-ending injury.

Grant McAuley and Cory McCartney discuss where the Braves turn for Morton’s roster spot, and if his turn in the rotation comes up again. Plus, thoughts on the bullpen stepping up after Morton’s exit, the remade outfield showing out in a big way and Max Fried vs.