Diamondbacks Flailing, Yet Winning Division
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The Arizona Diamondbacks may be on pace to win their second straight National League West crown — but they may also be headed for a less glorious achievement. Since divisional play began in 1969, there have been two teams who held first place with a sub-.500 record this late into the season, and the 47-48 Diamondbacks are half of that unfortunate pair.
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