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Braves sideline Chris Sale for Game 2 against Dodgers, opt for bullpen

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Last updated Oct 5, 2026

Braves sideline Chris Sale for Game 2 against Dodgers, opt for bullpen

Summary

The Atlanta Braves lost to the Los Angeles Dodgers 5-3 in Game 1 of the NLDS on Saturday. With Game 2 pending, Braves manager Walt Weiss chose to rest left-hander Chris Sale, selecting Ray Kerr as the starting pitcher. Weiss emphasized the importance of having a fully rested Sale rather than risking injury. Derek Jeter expressed surprise over the Braves' decision to use another bullpen game, noting the franchise's focus on strong starting pitching in the past.

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Key Details

•Braves lost Game 1 of the NLDS to Dodgers 5-3.
•Game 2 scheduled for Sunday night.
•Walt Weiss starts Ray Kerr instead of Chris Sale.
•Derek Jeter questioned decision to rely on bullpen again.
•Chris Sale may pitch in Game 3 on Tuesday.

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3:05 AMYahoo Sports — Derek Jeter Makes Strong Statement on Braves’ Bold Chris Sale Decision

What they're saying

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The Atlanta Braves fell to the Los Angeles Dodgers 5-3 in Game 1 of the NLDS on Saturday afternoon.Now, with Game 2 scheduled for Sunday night, many expected the Braves to send left-handed ace Chris Sale to the mound despite his recent workload over the last six days.With the series being a best-of-five, the Braves […] The post Derek Jeter Makes Strong Statement on Braves’ Bold Chris Sale Decision appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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