# Atlanta Braves Living on the Edge With All These Tight Games

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Podcast: [Locked On Braves - Daily Podcast On The Atlanta Braves](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-braves-daily-podcast-on-the-atlanta-braves-526948)
Published: 2026-08-31T14:25:43+00:00
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Atlanta Braves edge out opponents in a series of nail-biting games—could this new grit power a postseason run? Jake Mastroianni breaks down how Atlanta’s 24-19 record in one-run matchups and a deeper lineup, powered by Ronald Acuña Jr., Sean Murphy, and key bullpen arms like Brent Suter, are changing the team’s 2025 outlook. Improved high-leverage hitting and a top-performing bullpen suggest the Braves are turning narrow victories into fuel for October confidence. Key topics include the weekend sweep of the Colorado Rockies, standout pitching performances by Tyler Mahle and Martín Pérez, and the strategic implications of relentless close games. Mastroianni questions whether this constant pressure is a blessing or a warning sign, while previewing pivotal upcoming clashes against the San Francisco Giants, Washington Nationals, and Philadelphia Phillies. With the NL East race heating up, the Braves’ knack for clutch wins could be their postseason X-factor.

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