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Atlanta went 2-1 in the weekend set with Philadelphia, taking the rubber game on Sunday behind Chris Sale while getting timely offense in the other two games. The stretch adds to the Braves’ strong NL East showing this year, giving them five wins in six meetings with Philly, pushing them to 20 wins on the season and solidifying a comfortable division lead as they head into a week against Detroit and Colorado.
Joey Wentz left a spring game with a possible right-leg injury, but early tests suggest it isn’t serious; if he’s sidelined, Bryce Elder or Martin Perez could grab the Braves’ fifth starter slot as rotation depth is tested after elbow surgeries for Schwellenbach and Waldrep. Dax Fulton was optioned to the Marlins’ minor league camp but could be recalled later as a bullpen option, while Phillies top prospect Aidan Miller is sidelined by a lower-back issue and likely to start the season in Triple-A, with a 2026 MLB debut still anticipated.
New York Mets acquire Freddy Peralta from Milwaukee, giving them a true ace to fuel a win-now push while keeping enough depth to flip pieces like David Peterson for other needs. The trade is framed as a net Mets win, with the Cubs gaining by Milwaukee’s NL Central drop and the Phillies likely losing ground; Brewers fans lament losing an All-Star as they pursue a long-term rebuild.
As the 2025 MLB season nears its end, AL teams prepare for a crucial final week with playoff spots on the line, while key NL series, including Brewers vs. Padres and a star-studded NL East matchup, highlight the postseason race and player battles.
The Phillies clinched the NL East title for the second consecutive year with a thrilling 6-5 win in 10 innings, positioning themselves strongly for the playoffs with key wins and a deep roster, and aiming for home field advantage and a World Series run.
The Philadelphia Phillies clinched their second consecutive NL East title with a 6-5 win over the Dodgers, led by key performances from Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber, and are aiming for their third World Series title. The team celebrated their early division victory, highlighting their resilience and strong team depth despite injuries.
The Mets' struggles continue as they suffer a 9-3 loss to the Phillies, widening their division gap to nine games and ending their brief dominance over the Phillies this season, with little hope left for a comeback in the NL East.
The Mets acquired Gregory Soto to strengthen their bullpen for a postseason push, aiming to secure a playoff spot and potentially win the NL East, with key remaining games against division rival Phillies.
The article discusses whether the Atlanta Braves should aim for a top six draft pick, which could secure a high-tier talent and additional draft benefits, or settle for a third-place finish in the NL East, considering their current standings and potential draft implications.
The Mets suffered a 10-2 loss to the Phillies, with their bullpen collapsing in the seventh inning, leading to a series of costly runs. Rookie Blade Tidwell pitched well in his second start, but the bullpen's struggles and cold offense contributed to the defeat, keeping the Mets one game behind the Phillies in the NL East standings.
The Philadelphia Phillies prioritize re-signing All-Star pitcher Aaron Nola, who is set to hit free agency, while also expressing a vague desire to extend Zack Wheeler. However, if a deal with Nola cannot be reached, the Phillies will explore other options in the free-agent market. In other NL East news, former New York Mets general manager Billy Eppler would have been fired had he not resigned, and the ongoing investigation into his misuse of the injured list and injury rehab assignments is unlikely to conclude before the World Series. Mets coaches are reportedly available for hire as the team is expected to bring in a new manager, with pitching coach Jeremy Hefner already drawing interest from other clubs. Additionally, the Phillies will not bring back bullpen coach Dave Lundquist and assistant hitting coach Jason Camilli for the 2024 season.
After a disappointing weekend against the Marlins, the Atlanta Braves are looking to bounce back in a three-game series against the Philadelphia Phillies. The Braves currently hold a 4 1/2 game lead over the Dodgers for the best record in the National League and a three-game lead over Baltimore for the best record in the MLB. Max Fried will not start against the Phillies due to a potential injury issue but should be ready for the Nationals. Ronald Acuna Jr.'s return to the lineup is a key storyline. In other MLB news, Baltimore and the Rays secured playoff berths, the Blue Jays moved into the second wild card spot in the AL, and the Diamondbacks secured the second spot in the NL Wild Card race.
The Atlanta Braves are set to face the Miami Marlins in a three-game series, with the Marlins fighting for a playoff spot. The Braves have already secured their postseason berth and are now focused on the National League Wild Card race. In other MLB news, top prospect Jasson Dominguez of the New York Yankees will undergo Tommy John surgery, the Boston Red Sox have fired Chaim Bloom, and the Cincinnati Reds have placed Tejay Antone on the injured list.
The Atlanta Braves clinched their sixth consecutive National League East title with a 4-1 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies. Despite facing injuries to key players, the Braves have maintained the best record in MLB and are four wins away from a second straight 100-win season. With a powerful lineup and standout performances from players like Austin Riley, Ronald Acuña Jr., and Matt Olson, the Braves are aiming for a deep postseason run and hope to recreate the euphoria of their 2021 World Series win.
The Atlanta Braves secured their sixth consecutive NL East title and became the first team to secure a spot in the 2023 MLB Postseason by defeating the Philadelphia Phillies 4-1. With a commanding 17-game lead over the Phillies, the Braves have showcased their dominance in the division. Led by MVP candidates Ronald Acuña Jr. and Matt Olson, the Braves boast an impressive offensive performance, leading the league in home runs, batting average, on-base percentage, and slugging percentage. Their pitching staff, anchored by ace Spencer Strider, has also excelled, with the most strikeouts in the majors and a strong bullpen. The Braves are on track to have a memorable season and are poised to face either the Phillies or Chicago Cubs in the NLDS.