Braves punch playoff ticket as Harris, Acuña and Olson launch 2-run homers in 6-2 win over Astros
Atlanta Braves secured their playoff spot with a 6-2 win over the Houston Astros on Friday night. Michael Harris II, Ronald Acuña Jr., and Matt Olson each hit a two-run homer in the victory. The Braves' first annual subscription, priced at $205.00 plus GST, will automatically renew at $233.00 plus GST every 52 weeks. Houston's lead in the AL West over Texas decreased to a half-game after the loss.
Matt Olson became the fifth player in Braves history to have multiple 40-home run seasons, reaching his 40th home run in the ninth inning. Jose Altuve made a diving catch to end an inning after hitting a flyball to shallow right field. Tyler Mahle helped the Braves with a 6-strikeout, 3-hit performance in six innings.
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