Braves become 1st team to clinch playoff spot
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The Atlanta Braves are heading to the postseason for the sixth consecutive campaign after Sunday's 5-2 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates.
The first of 12 #postseason teams: ✅
— MLB (@MLB) September 10, 2023
The @Braves are officially on their way to October. #CLINCHED pic.twitter.com/5SxnniH7dU
Ronald Acuña Jr. and Matt Olson fueled the Braves' victory, combining for all five of the team's RBIs.
Rookie right-hander Allan Winans tossed 6 1/3 innings with eight strikeouts in the fourth outing of his career.
Atlanta's 93rd win of the campaign is the most in the majors, while its plus-238 run differential also leads the league.
The Braves are in a terrific position to clinch the National League East, as they hold a 15-game lead over the second-place Philadelphia Phillies.
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