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PHILADELPHIA — Years from now, when they roll highlights from the 2022 Phillies’ postseason run, the clip of Rhys Hoskins demolishing a ball into the left-field seats, raising both arms, and spiking his bat — and let’s be clear: this was a Jalen Hurts-quality spike — will play prominently.

PHILADELPHIA — Around the sports world, Philadelphia fans’ reputation precedes them. They are tough and rowdy. They can be extremely difficult on visiting teams and the opponent’s fans. They do not pull any punches (sometimes literally).

Two months ago, the Braves were still trying to figure out roles for outfielder Michael Harris and pitcher Spencer Strider. Harris since has become one of the most valuable players in the lineup. Strider is favored to be voted National League Rookie of the Year. And recent call-up Vaughn Grissom…

The amount of spin on this ball!

We can't stop watching this pitch.

ATlANTA — It ended in disappointment, but Sunday’s 5-4 loss to the Astros won’t overshadow the good of the Braves’ homestand.

ATLANTA — Consider the Mets ready for the Max Scherzer/Jacob deGrom portion of their week.

PHILADELPHIA — Rob Thomson has managed the Phillies on an interim basis for 55 days, not nearly long enough to establish a distinctive style of helmsmanship. If anything, the longtime coach and first-time skipper has projected consistency, calm, and a steady hand.

The Braves are not a sure thing to make the postseason. There’s no such thing as certainty in baseball (though this year’s Yankees may come close). Still, it’s already safe to say the defending World Series champions again will play in the postseason. The Braves won’t have to rely on…