Atlanta Braves avoid sweep against Yankees, Chris Sale ejected again

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Last updated Aug 10, 2026

Atlanta Braves avoid sweep against Yankees, Chris Sale ejected again
Summary

The Atlanta Braves defeated the New York Yankees 2-1 in ten innings on August 9, avoiding a sweep in the series. Chris Sale was ejected from the dugout for arguing against his ejection the previous day. The series showcased strong pitching from both teams, although Sale's ejections drew headlines away from the games. The Braves will look to build on their recent performances and maintain momentum as the season progresses.

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  • Braves won 2-1 against Yankees on August 9.
  • Chris Sale ejected from dugout for arguing ejection.
  • Grant Holmes continued strong pitching for Braves.
  • Owen Carey had a productive weekend in the minors.
  • Jacob Misiorowski reached 200 career strikeouts, second fastest in MLB history.
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