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    Takeaways: Atlanta clinches division in win over Phillies

    For the sixth year in a row, the Atlanta Braves have won the National League East.

    The Atlanta Braves have won the National League East Division for the sixth year in a row.

    The Atlanta Braves picked up a 4-1 win over the Philadelphia Phillies to clinch the division as well as their second series win in a row.

    The Braves were solid in all areas tonight. With the playoffs right around the corner, the team appears to be gearing up for a long run.

    Strider found his stride

    Sep 13, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Spencer Strider (99) throws a pitch against the Philadelphia Phillies during the first inning at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports

    Spencer Strider shook off the rough night that was his last start and took care of business tonight.

    Strider tossed seven innings and only allowed one run off of four hits. Additionally, he struck out nine batters while only walking two.

    The rotation has been a question mark for the Braves at times this season, but this performance from Strider shows just how good it can be.

    Early offense pays dividends 

    Aug 8, 2023; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Atlanta Braves right fielder Kevin Pillar (17) hits an RBI single against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the ninth inning at PNC Park. Atlanta won 8-6.

    The Braves wasted no time getting things going at the plate tonight.

    In the top of the first inning, third baseman Austin Riley hit a two-run shot to center field that also brought home second baseman Austin Riley.

    Riley hit a sac-fly to center field in the top of the third inning which allowed right fielder Ronald Acuña Jr. to score. 

    In the top of the fourth inning, left fielder Kevin Pillar hit a double to right field which allowed designated hitter Marcell Ozuna to score.

    The Braves have run the NL East for over half a decade

    Jun 20, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Atlanta Braves right fielder Ronald Acuna Jr. (13) and shortstop Orlando Arcia (11) celebrate a victory against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park.

    For the sixth straight season, the Atlanta Braves will get to hang a division championship pennant at Truist Park.

    The Braves are currently in their second-longest division championship streak in franchise history. Atlanta took home the NL East crown 11 times in a row from 1995-2005.

    What is next?

    The Braves are off tomorrow but will begin a three-game series with the Miami Marlins on the road at Loan Depot Park.

    First pitch is set for 6:40 p.m. E.T. on Friday, 4:10 p.m. E.T. on Saturday and 1:40 p.m. E.T. on Sunday.

    All three games will be televised on Bally Sports South and will be available to stream on MLB.tv for out-of-market fans. 

    The radio broadcast can be heard on 680 The Fan.

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