2018 was a truly magical season for our Atlanta Braves. They defied all expectations that were placed upon them to soar to the top of the National League East. The season was filled with improbable comebacks, production from unlikely sources, and the emergence of young stars that could feasibly be the face of the franchise for years to come. All of these things are good and it was a joy to watch.
However, we are now faced with the reality that is 2019. The Braves are not going to surprise anyone and if you think that teams across the league are not dissecting ways to try and beat them right now, you are fooling yourself.