The Braves are two games behind the Mets for the final spot in the wild card standings. This Marlins series could be pivotal in determining if they have a shot at getting in.

Matt Olson broke a seventh-inning tie with a two-run homer and the Atlanta Braves beat the Miami Marlins 6-2 to stay two games behind the New York Mets for the last National League wild card.

Matt Olson broke a seventh-inning tie with a two-run homer, and the Braves beat the Miami Marlins 6-2 on Saturday afternoon to stay two games behind the New York Mets for the third and final National League wild card in the playoff race.

The Atlanta Braves dropped into a tie for the final NL wild card berth, losing 3-1 to Colorado as Michael Toglia and Ezequiel Tovar hit solo home runs for the Rockies.

The Atlanta Braves nearly capped off a perfect weekend last night with three wins against the Dodgers. Charlie Morton, who continues to prove he's not

The New York Mets have lifted themselves into a tie for the final NL wild-card spot with their strong start to September, winning nine of their past 13 games. In contrast, the Atlanta Braves' rather middling start to the month — winning just seven 13 — has left them tied with the Mets.

Atlanta Braves first baseman Matt Olson had another big night at the plate for the Braves. He pushes for more career milestones and a spot in the postseason.