The Atlanta Braves secured their seventh NL East championship in nine years with a 4-2 victory over the Houston Astros on Sunday, celebrating with hugs and a team photo in championship gear. Mike Yastrzemski's three-run homer in the sixth inning provided the decisive lead, while Dylan Dodd struck out the side in the ninth to seal the title.

Under first-year manager Walt Weiss, the Braves rebounded from a disappointing 76-86 record and fourth-place finish last season, snapping a streak of seven straight playoff appearances that included six consecutive NL East titles from 2018 to 2023. That previous run was highlighted by defeating the Astros to win the 2021 World Series.

Atlanta has won 24 division titles, tying the Dodgers for the most since the divisional format began in 1969. The Braves currently hold the third-best record in the NL at 92-64, with the top two teams earning first-round playoff byes. Mauricio Dubon emphasized the team's focus remains on deeper playoff success despite the celebration.