Braves edge Cubs 6-3, close in on NL East title
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 2:52 PM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026
The Atlanta Braves defeated the Chicago Cubs 6-3 on September 15, 2026, enhancing their chances to clinch the National League East. The Philadelphia Phillies also lost, reducing the Braves' magic number to secure a playoff berth down to two. The Braves will aim to further their division lead with another game against the Cubs on September 16, while the Dodgers face off against the Padres. A combination of Braves wins and Phillies losses totaling five will ensure the Braves win the division title.
- •Braves beat Cubs 6-3 on September 15, 2026.
- •Phillies' loss reduces Braves' magic number to two.
- •Braves need five more combined wins or Phillies losses to clinch NL East.
- •Next game for Braves is September 16 against Cubs.
- •The playoffs are almost guaranteed barring a significant collapse.
- 2:52 PMYahoo Sports — Braves Magic Number: How Close Are They To Clinching NL East?
"The Atlanta Braves beat the Chicago Cubs 6-3 on Tuesday night
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