Braves set a unique MLB record, and with it they also are the favorites to emerge victorious from the National League

The Atlanta Braves suffered back-to-back blowout losses to the St. Louis Cardinals, despite their overall dominance in the season.

They suffered a 10-6 defeat on Tuesday night and an 11-6 blowout on Wednesday night, with Strider failing to make it past the third inning.

In Wednesday night’s game, Spencer Strider, the Braves’ ace, struggled to find his rhythm.

Despite the recent losses, the Atlanta Braves still maintain the best record in all of baseball at 90-47.

According to ESPN Stats & Info, the Braves are the fourth team in the last 90 seasons to allow 10 or more runs in back-to-back games while being 40 games over .500.

Interestingly, the three other teams to have faced similar situations

 the 2018 Red Sox,

1955 Dodgers,

and 1939 Yankees

 all went on to win the World Series in their respective seasons.

The Braves are the 4th team in the last 90 seasons to allow 10 runs in back-to-back games while being 40 games over .500.

The others:

⚾️2018 Red Sox
⚾️1955 Dodgers
⚾️1939 Yankees

Good news for Atlanta? The other 3 all won the World Series anyways (h/t @EliasSports) pic.twitter.com/onQnoY3ttR

— ESPN Stats & Info (@ESPNStatsInfo) September 7, 2023

In addition to their potent lineup, the Braves boast a starting staff endowed with talent and potential.

While Strider’s recent outing was not his best, the Braves have reliable starters such as Max Fried and Charlie Morton, who have demonstrated their ability to compete at the highest level.

This pitching depth solidifies their chances of success in the playoffs.

Together with the Los Angeles Dodgers, the Atlanta Braves are considered the favorites to emerge victorious from the National League playoffs.