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Why Braves fans shouldn't worry about Phillies resurgence in NL East race
TL;DR
The Atlanta Braves lead the NL East with a 26-12 record, maintaining an eight-plus game advantage despite recent concerns. Fans shouldn't worry about the Phillies' resurgence as the Braves have shown strong performance this season.
Key points
- Atlanta Braves lead NL East with a 26-12 record
- Braves have an eight-plus game lead over the division
- Ronald Acuna Jr. is out with a hamstring injury
- Braves lost their first series of the year to the Mariners
- Analysts suggest Braves fans shouldn't worry about the Phillies
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The Atlanta Braves are sitting atop the NL East with a 26-12 record, and they own a significant lead over the rest of the division thanks to their hot start and the massive struggles of the New York Mets and Philadelphia Phillies to begin the year.
After just the first week of May, the Braves already have an eight-plus game lead over the entire division. However, they did lose Ronald Acuna Jr. to a hamstring injury, and they did lose their first series of the year to the Seattle Mariners.
However, as CBS Sports' Matt Snyder highlighted, the Braves should not be worried about losing their lead in the NL East this season despite some recent concerns mounting.
"I think the Braves have enough of a lead in the bank right now that they'll be able to hold onto this division," Snyder writes.
Q&A
What is the current standing of the Atlanta Braves in the NL East?
The Atlanta Braves are currently at the top of the NL East with a 26-12 record.
How significant is the Braves' lead over the Phillies and Mets?
The Braves have an eight-plus game lead over the entire division, including the Phillies and Mets.
What injury has impacted the Braves this season?
Ronald Acuna Jr. has been sidelined due to a hamstring injury.
Why should Braves fans not worry about the Phillies' performance?
Despite some concerns, analysts believe the Braves' strong start and current lead make them secure in the NL East race.
