ATLANTA, GA - SEPTEMBER 10: Ronald Acuna Jr. #13 of the Atlanta Braves celebrates after hitting an RBI single in the seventh inning against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Truist Park on September 10, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia.

Braves become 1st team to clinch playoff spot

Bryan Mcwilliam
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The Atlanta Braves are heading to the postseason for the sixth consecutive campaign after Sunday's 5-2 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Ronald Acuña Jr. and Matt Olson fueled the Braves' victory, combining for all five of the team's RBIs.

Rookie right-hander Allan Winans tossed 6 1/3 innings with eight strikeouts in the fourth outing of his career.

Atlanta's 93rd win of the campaign is the most in the majors, while its plus-238 run differential also leads the league.

The Braves are in a terrific position to clinch the National League East, as they hold a 15-game lead over the second-place Philadelphia Phillies.

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