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Atlanta Braves struggle and hold narrow NL East lead over Phillies

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 5:45 AM

Last updated Jun 29, 2026

Atlanta Braves struggle and hold narrow NL East lead over Phillies

Summary

The Atlanta Braves entered June's final days at 49-33, maintaining a slim three-game lead in the National League East. Despite this, the Braves face pressure after losing seven of their last ten games and dropping series to teams like the San Francisco Giants and the New York Mets. Key players have been hindered by injuries, contributing to offensive struggles and inconsistent pitching. The improved performance of the Philadelphia Phillies has made the division race more competitive as the Braves attempt to regain their earlier dominance.

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•Braves lost series to the Giants, Mets, White Sox, and Padres.
•They have only one win in their last ten games.
•Their lead over the Phillies has narrowed to three games.
•Atlanta has a plus-88 run differential this season.
•Injuries have affected both their pitching and offensive lineup.

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What they're saying

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Column: The Braves didn’t lose control of the NL East overnight. They gave it away. For the better part of three months, the Atlanta Braves looked like they had done it again. Despite injuries, inconsistent stretches and an imperfect roster, they found ways to win. They built a double-digit cushion in the National League East…
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