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Braves complete series sweep of Dodgers with Sale's shutout

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Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Braves complete series sweep of Dodgers with Sale's shutout

Summary

The Atlanta Braves swept the Los Angeles Dodgers with a 1-0 victory at Truist Park on August 27. Chris Sale threw a complete-game shutout, striking out 11 batters and limiting the Dodgers to five hits. One run by Drake Baldwin in the first inning provided all the support Sale needed. The series highlighted Atlanta's pitching prowess and marked their first sweep of Los Angeles since 2013. The Braves move within one game of the Dodgers for the National League's No. 2 playoff seed as they carry significant momentum into their next series.

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By the Numbers

•Braves earn a 1-0 victory behind Chris Sale's complete-game shutout.
•Drake Baldwin's first-inning home run provides the only run of the game.
•Sale strikes out 11 batters while allowing no walks.
•Atlanta claims three consecutive wins over one of the league's top teams.
•Braves move within one game of Dodgers for playoff positioning.

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The Atlanta Braves completed a statement series at Truist Park on Thursday night, sweeping the Los Angeles Dodgers with a 1-0 victory in the series finale. The win gave Atlanta three straight victories over one of the National League’s top teams and marked the Braves first sweep of the Dodgers since 2013. Atlanta’s pitching was…
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