Atlanta Braves Extend Eight-Game Win Streak Amid Playoff Uncertainty

The Atlanta Braves are currently on an impressive eight-game winning streak despite missing the playoffs for the first time since 2017, holding a 73-83 record. Key to their recent success has been Nacho Alvarez Jr., who recently hit the first two home runs of his MLB career and played a pivotal role in late-game rallies, including a crucial game-tying single in the ninth inning against the Detroit Tigers. Chris Sale, pitching for the Braves, is seeking to extend this momentum as they face the Washington Nationals, a team they lead 7-3 in the season series. Sale has shown strong performance since returning from injury, and his next strikeout will place him 32nd on the all-time strikeout list. Despite the lack of a postseason berth, Braves manager Brian Snitker expressed pride in the team's professionalism and late-season enthusiasm. The Braves continue to play with maximum effort, aiming to finish their season on a high note with their current winning streak.