Atlanta Braves clinch 2026 NL East title with sweep of Astros
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 3:12 AM
Last updated Sep 21, 2026
The Atlanta Braves secured the 2026 National League East title after sweeping the Houston Astros in a three-game series. This accomplishment marks the Braves' first division win since 2023, following difficult seasons in 2024 and 2025. Ronald Acuna Jr. celebrated the title after the final game on September 20, 2026. Meanwhile, Robert Suarez returned to the mound for a rehab assignment, completing an inning despite a shaky performance. The Braves aim for further success in the postseason.
- •Braves clinched NL East title on September 20, 2026.
- •Team completed a three-game sweep over the Astros.
- •Acuna celebrated the division win in Houston.
- •Suarez returned from a three-month absence for rehab.
- •Davis Polo continued to impress as a breakout player.
- 3:12 AMYahoo Sports — Atlanta Braves News: Atlanta Clinches 2026 NL East Crown, Robert Suarez Returns to Mound, More
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