Great Debate Braves Playoff Hopes Strengthened NL East
The piece assesses the Braves for 1989 style optimism amid a tough schedule. It notes a past June swoon from a three game skid at Philadelphia and predicts a challenging stretch of nine road games in mid June against Baltimore Cincinnati and Boston. It compares Philly and the Mets advantage to the Braves effort against the Marlins for an 80 to 90 win target.
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2009 Braves Hold Hope Amid Pitching Strengths
The Braves aim to rebound in 2009 with a deep pitching staff led by Derek Lowe Kawakami Vazquez and Jurrjens plus veteran Glavine. SpringStats show a sub 3.00 ERA and improved outfield with Francoeur Schafer and Anderson boosting offense as Atlanta eyes a possible wild card.
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Braves face uncertain path to playoffs amid NL East surge
In a gritty assessment of the Atlanta Braves, the analyst argues the team will miss the division title, likely finishing second or third in the NL East and forcing a Wild Card bid. He notes aging stars, a young pitching staff, and the Phillies Mets and other NL threats as key hurdles.
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