Arrr! Brave lads snatch sixth-straight NL East crown, bein' the first to secure place in MLB Postseason!
2023-09-13
Arr, ye scurvy dogs! The Atlanta Braves be the first crew to hoist their sails to the 2023 MLB Postseason. They've pillaged the NL East title for a sixth year straight, settlin' it on a Wednesday. Buckle yer swashbucklin' boots, mateys!
In a jolly tale fit for a 17th-century pirate, the Atlanta Braves have once again been crowned NL East champions, marking their sixth consecutive year as victors. They secured their division title by defeating the Philadelphia Phillies with a score of 4-1, extending their lead over them to a whopping 17 games.The Braves' dominance is unmatched, as they hold the largest lead between the top two seeds in any division. Surprisingly, the Phillies possess the top wild-card spot despite their significant deficit.
This year's Braves squad is being hailed as their best yet, even surpassing the 2021 World Series-winning team. With a current record of 96-50, they are on pace for an impressive 106-win season. The franchise's single-season record of 106 wins dates back to 1998.
Leading the charge for the Braves are two formidable MVP candidates. Matt Olson boasts an impressive 51 home runs and 128 RBI, while Ronald Acuña Jr. made history by becoming the first player to achieve 30 home runs and 60 stolen bases in a season.
Not only do the Braves excel in power hitting, but their overall offensive performance is unmatched. They lead the league in batting average, on-base percentage, slugging percentage, and runs scored.
On the pitching front, ace pitcher Spencer Strider leads the majors with 259 strikeouts, showcasing the Braves' dominance on both sides of the game. Their bullpen also boasts one of the lowest ERAs among all MLB teams.
If the season ended today, the Braves would face either the Phillies or the Chicago Cubs in the NLDS, hoping to avenge their previous loss to the Phillies in last year's division series.
So, raise your mugs and toast to the Atlanta Braves, the kings of the NL East, as they sail into the 2023 MLB Postseason with their sights set on further glory.