Braves clinch division title as Red Sox reach MLB playoffs
Mike Yastrzemski smacked a game-winning three-run homer to lead Atlanta over Houston 4-2 on Sunday as the Braves clinched their seventh Major League Baseball division title in nine seasons.The Braves, however, answered in the sixth when Ozzie Albies singled in a run and Yastrzemski followed with a three-run homer for a 4-1 Atlanta lead.
Atlanta Braves clinched their seventh National League East division title in nine seasons with a 4-2 victory over Houston Astros on Sunday. The game-winning home run was hit by Mike Yastrzemski, who improved the Braves' record to 92-64. Atlanta's win also guaranteed a playoff spot for Boston Red Sox, the sixth team to secure a post-season berth with a week left in the season.
The Braves' pitcher Martin Perez expressed their continued fight, while Red Sox outfielder Wilyer Abreu credited their team's unity for their success. The Chicago Cubs and Arizona Diamondbacks also secured playoff berths, with the Dodgers taking the 13th NL West title.
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Also reported by 3 other outlets
- Atlanta Braves clinch 7th NL East title in 9 years winnipegfreepress.com
- Braves clinch NL East title with 4-2 win over Astros sports.yahoo.com
- Braves clinch NL East crown and help Red Sox punch playoff ticket japantimes.co.jp
