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Yamamoto’s 10 Strikeouts and Back-to-Back Home Runs Put Dodgers 2-1 in NLDS
sports2 days ago

Yamamoto’s 10 Strikeouts and Back-to-Back Home Runs Put Dodgers 2-1 in NLDS

The Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Atlanta Braves 3-1 in Game 3 of the 2026 National League Division Series on October 6, taking a 2-1 series lead. Yoshinobu Yamamoto pitched seven innings, striking out 10 and allowing only one run, while Enrique Hernandez and Freddie Freeman hit consecutive home runs in the fourth inning to secure the lead. The Dodgers' bullpen held the advantage, with Edwin Diaz closing the game despite a shaky start. The Braves, who had hoped to clinch the series at home, now face elimination in Game 4.

Dodgers Drop Ohtani to Fifth Spot Against Sale in NLDS Game 3
sports3 days ago

Dodgers Drop Ohtani to Fifth Spot Against Sale in NLDS Game 3

The Los Angeles Dodgers moved Shohei Ohtani to the fifth spot in the batting order for Game 3 of the National League Division Series against the Atlanta Braves, his lowest position since 2020. Manager Dave Roberts cited Ohtani's recent offensive slump and injury concerns as reasons for the change. The lineup also features Miguel Rojas at second base and Kiké Hernández at third to counter left-handed pitcher Chris Sale.

Dodgers Demote Ohtani to Fifth Spot in NLDS Game 3 Amid Injury Concerns
sports3 days ago

Dodgers Demote Ohtani to Fifth Spot in NLDS Game 3 Amid Injury Concerns

The Los Angeles Dodgers moved Shohei Ohtani to the fifth spot in the batting order for Game 3 of the National League Division Series against the Atlanta Braves. This was the lowest position Ohtani has occupied since 2020, reflecting his struggles with knee and arm injuries and poor offensive production. Manager Dave Roberts confirmed the change was specific to the matchup against left-handed ace Chris Sale, while Ohtani has not pitched since July due to health issues.

Braves Deploy Ace Chris Sale in NLDS Game 3 to Clinch Series at Home
sports3 days ago

Braves Deploy Ace Chris Sale in NLDS Game 3 to Clinch Series at Home

The Atlanta Braves are set to start ace Chris Sale in Game 3 of the National League Division Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers, aiming to take a 2-1 series lead at home. After surviving a bullpen game in Game 2, the Braves hope Sale’s strong regular-season performance against Los Angeles will shift momentum. A win would allow Atlanta to clinch the series in Game 4, while the Dodgers counter with Yoshinobu Yamamoto, who has been dominant since August.

Braves Prioritize Full-Strength Chris Sale for NLDS Game 3 After Rejecting Short-Rest Gamble
sports4 days ago

Braves Prioritize Full-Strength Chris Sale for NLDS Game 3 After Rejecting Short-Rest Gamble

Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss declined ace Chris Sale's offer to pitch on short rest in NLDS Game 2, opting for a bullpen game to ensure Sale is fully rested for Game 3. Sale, who threw 24 pitches in relief during the Wild Card clincher, insisted he was ready, but the front office prioritized peak performance over immediate series momentum. The Braves now face a critical bullpen game against the Dodgers, with Sale scheduled to start in Atlanta on Tuesday.

Braves Bench Ace Chris Sale for NLDS Game 2 Amid Rest Controversy
sports4 days ago

Braves Bench Ace Chris Sale for NLDS Game 2 Amid Rest Controversy

The Atlanta Braves decided not to start ace Chris Sale in Game 2 of the NLDS against the Dodgers, opting for a bullpen game instead. This move follows Sale's relief appearance in the Wild Card Series and raises questions about his workload management, as he had been given extra rest throughout the regular season. The decision limits Sale to potentially one start in the NLDS, impacting the Braves' pitching strategy in a series where they are already down 1-0.

Braves Face Strategic Dilemma: Deploy Chris Sale in NLDS Game 2 or Risk Later Series
sports5 days ago

Braves Face Strategic Dilemma: Deploy Chris Sale in NLDS Game 2 or Risk Later Series

The Atlanta Braves are undecided on whether to start ace Chris Sale in Game 2 of the National League Division Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Manager Walt Weiss faces a choice between using Sale immediately to secure home-field advantage or preserving him for later games, risking a depleted rotation. Sale, 37, pitched in the Wild Card clincher just three days prior, and his availability hinges on his physical condition.

Braves Weigh Chris Sale’s Availability for NLDS Game 2
sports6 days ago

Braves Weigh Chris Sale’s Availability for NLDS Game 2

The Atlanta Braves are undecided on whether to start ace Chris Sale in Game 2 of the NLDS against the Dodgers, a decision that could impact their rotation for later in the series. Sale, who pitched in the Wild Card clincher, has a 2.16 ERA this season. The Dodgers, with a 2-0 series lead potential, would benefit from avoiding Sale, while the Braves must balance rest and home-field advantage.

Braves Eliminate Phillies in Wild Card Decider, Advance to NLDS vs. Dodgers
sports7 days ago

Braves Eliminate Phillies in Wild Card Decider, Advance to NLDS vs. Dodgers

The Atlanta Braves defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-2 in Game 3 of the National League Wild Card Series on October 1, 2026, at Truist Park. Michael Harris II hit a three-run home run in the first inning, while Ozzie Albies and Matt Olson added insurance homers. Chris Sale closed out the series with a save, ending the Phillies' five-year postseason streak. The Braves advance to face the Los Angeles Dodgers in the Division Series.

Sale Delivers 9-Inning Gem Headlines Thursday SP Roundup
sports1 month ago

Sale Delivers 9-Inning Gem Headlines Thursday SP Roundup

Nick Pollack’s SP Roundup for 8/27 recaps every Thursday starter, led by Chris Sale’s 9-inning CGSHO against the Dodgers (109 pitches, 11 strikeouts) that boosts his stellar season totals. The article also highlights solid outings from Yoshinobu Yamamoto (6.1 IP, 1 ER) and Hayden Wesneski (5 IP, 1 ER), plus mixed results from pitchers like Jacob Misiorowski, Noah Cameron, Landen Roupp, Jose Cabrera, and Gerrit Cole, with Manaea and Rogers scuffling. Game of the Day features Andrew Painter vs Reid Detmers, and Pollack notes streamer picks have moved to the SP Matchups article with a free Twitch Q&A in the morning.

Sale's Blistering Run, Skubal's Detroit Return, Rays Stadium Vote & Jenkins Debut
sports1 month ago

Sale's Blistering Run, Skubal's Detroit Return, Rays Stadium Vote & Jenkins Debut

Chris Sale continued his elite form for Atlanta with a seventh straight quality start, keeping his NL Cy Young bid alive; Tarik Skubal returns to Detroit to face his former club after an impressive Dodgers stint; Hillsborough County moves toward funding a Rays stadium with a mix of city money and heavy private backing; Twins promote top outfield prospect Walker Jenkins for his major league debut, pairing him with Kaelen Culpepper as Minnesota looks to the future.

Braves Roll to 9-1 Win Behind Sale's Gem, Riley and Smith Power Offense
sports4 months ago

Braves Roll to 9-1 Win Behind Sale's Gem, Riley and Smith Power Offense

The Atlanta Braves downed the Miami Marlins 9-1 in Miami, buoyed by Chris Sale’s seven-inning gem and a thunderous offense. Miami grabbed an early run on a Heriberto Hernández sacrifice fly, but Austin Riley answered with a second-inning three-run homer to put Atlanta ahead. Dominic Smith delivered the key blows, delivering a three-run homer in the sixth and later adding an RBI hit to pad the lead, as Sale retired 10 straight at one point and the Braves cruised to the laugher.