Article: ATLANTA BRAVES VS. HOUSTON ASTROS HOW THEY GOT HERE.(Sports)

Byline: Tracy Ringolsby, Rocky Mountain News

* Atlanta (96-66, first place in the NL East) extended its own pro record with a 13th consecutive division title. The Braves were picked to finish third - behind Philadelphia and Florida - or fourth - behind the Mets, too - but instead won by 10 games over the Phillies. The Braves turned it on in late June, rallying from a 33-39 record to win 63 of their final 90 games.

* Houston (92-70, NL wild card). The Astros reached the playoffs on a roll. They clinched the wild card on the final day of the season after winning 36 of their final 46 games, including an 18-game winning streak at Minute Maid Park. They were ...

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