Atlanta Braves Win World Series For First Time in 26 Years

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The ATL team defeated the Astros at home.

We can only imagine what the streets of Atlanta are looking like right about now. Earlier this evening, Travis Scott's fans were thrilled to see images and video clips of the rapper at the World Series as the Atlanta Braves faced off against the Houston Astros. Stadium seats were packed for this game and while the star-studded guestlist in the stands captured attention, it was the Braves' big win that made history.

For the first time in 26 years, the Braves have won the World Series and taken home the gold. They managed to shut down the Astros at home 7-0, ending the series at 4-2.

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Jorge Soler was named World Series MVP as congratulatory messages from across the globe—and even from astronauts in outer space—have poured in. As people await news about the Braves parade and other festivities highlighting this monumental accomplishment, the team's fans continue to share videos of themselves fitted in their favorite Braves gear as they shed tears of joy.

...And, of course, there are a few funny memes to go around. Congrats to the Braves! Check it out below.













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Since 2019, Erika Marie has worked as a journalist for HotNewHipHop, covering music, film, television, art, fashion, politics, and all things regarding entertainment. With 20 years in the industry under her belt, Erika Marie moved from a writer on the graveyard shift at HNHH to becoming a Features Editor, highlighting long-form content and interviews with some of Hip Hop’s biggest stars. She has had the pleasure of sitting down with artists and personalities like DJ Jazzy Jeff, Salt ’N Pepa, Nick Cannon, Rah Digga, Rakim, Rapsody, Ari Lennox, Jacquees, Roxanne Shante, Yo-Yo, Sean Paul, Raven Symoné, Queen Naija, Ryan Destiny, DreamDoll, DaniLeigh, Sean Kingston, Reginae Carter, Jason Lee, Kamaiyah, Rome Flynn, Zonnique, Fantasia, and Just Blaze—just to name a few. In addition to one-on-one chats with influential public figures, Erika Marie also covers content connected to the culture. She’s attended and covered the BET Awards as well as private listening parties, the Rolling Loud festival, and other events that emphasize established and rising talents. Detroit-born and Long Beach (CA)-raised, Erika Marie has eclectic music taste that often helps direct the interests she focuses on here at HNHH. She finds it necessary to report on cultural conversations with respect and honor those on the mic and the hardworking teams that help get them there. Moreover, as an advocate for women, Erika Marie pays particular attention to the impact of femcees. She sits down with rising rappers for HNHH—like Big Jade, Kali, Rubi Rose, Armani Caesar, Amy Luciani, and Omerettà—to gain their perspectives on a fast-paced industry.