Friday will be the 3rd time in the last 100 years where teams start a head-to-head series on win streaks of 8+ games (Reds have won 11 straight, Braves have won 8 straight).
Cincy will be the AFC North champion, but won't have the benefits of being the champ (with a home playoff game), but will have a harder schedule next year, and potentially a later draft pick. It's not perfect, assume they are not pleased. Alas.
Update on Damar:
His vitals are back to normal and they have put him to sleep to put a breathing tube down his throat. They are currently running tests.
We will provide updates as we have them.