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Atlanta Braves surge threatens Dodgers' World Series title hopes

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 6:00 AM

Last updated Aug 11, 2026

Atlanta Braves surge threatens Dodgers' World Series title hopes

Summary

The Atlanta Braves are asserting dominance in the National League East, currently leading by eight games over the Philadelphia Phillies. Their recent performance, including a 2-1 win against the New York Yankees on August 9, has been bolstered by the return of Ronald Acuna Jr. after a 38-game absence. Acuna’s presence strengthens a lineup featuring several impactful hitters, including Matt Olson and Michael Harris Jr. The Braves are also benefiting from solid pitching and defense, positioning themselves as serious challengers to the defending champion Los Angeles Dodgers for the World Series title.

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Status Watch

•Braves currently lead NL East by eight games over Phillies.
•Ronald Acuna Jr. returned on July 27 after hamstring injury.
•Braves won 2-1 against Yankees in ten innings on August 9.
•Matt Olson set record with 900 consecutive games played on August 9.
•Braves are considered potential contenders for the World Series.

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6:00 AMYahoo Sports — Skilled Atlanta Braves Could Challenge Dodgers For World Series Title

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A healthy Ronald Acuna Jr., formidable hitting, and outstanding pitching could challenge the favored Los Angeles Dodgers as the National League entry for the World Series.
— Yahoo Sports

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