Chris Sale confirmed to start Game 3 as Braves eye NLDS split
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 10:36 PM
Last updated Oct 4, 2026
Walt Weiss confirmed that Chris Sale will start Game 3 of the NLDS for the Atlanta Braves instead of Game 2. This decision comes as the Braves prepare for a critical Game 2 matchup against the Los Angeles Dodgers after losing Game 1. Weiss stated that he wants Sale to be at full strength and will give him additional rest. The Braves are under pressure to win against Dodgers starter Blake Snell, aiming for a split in Los Angeles before returning home for Game 3. Ronald Acuña Jr. expressed confidence in his team’s performance ahead of the game.
- •Walt Weiss confirms Chris Sale will start Game 3 of the NLDS.
- •Braves prepare for crucial Game 2 against Dodgers following Game 1 loss.
- •Sale's extra rest is aimed at ensuring he pitches at full strength.
- •Pressure mounts on Braves to secure a win versus Dodgers' Blake Snell.
- •Acuña Jr. and Kim express confidence in the team's ability to split the series.
- 10:36 PMYahoo Sports — Walt Weiss confirms Game 3 start for Chris Sale, plus more pregame news and notes
"Ronald Acuña Jr. and Ha-Seong Kim also shared some thoughts ahead of a crucial NLDS Game 2 in LA for the Braves
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