Chris Sale shuts out Dodgers, leads Braves to series sweep
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 8:44 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
Chris Sale delivered a dominant performance on August 28, striking out 11 batters and pitching a shutout against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Sale's performance resulted in a three-game sweep for the Braves, with the only run scored by Drake Baldwin on a leadoff home run. This victory marks Sale's first shutout since June 2019 and emphasizes his resurgence as a top pitcher, boosting his season ERA to 2.06. The Braves continue to build momentum as they solidify their position in the playoff race.
- •Sale achieved 11 strikeouts and allowed five hits.
- •Drake Baldwin hit a leadoff home run for the Braves.
- •This marks Sale's first shutout since June 2019.
- •Sale's ERA is now 2.06, the second-best in MLB.
- •Braves complete a three-game sweep of the Dodgers.
- 8:44 PMYahoo Sports — Braves Sale Past Los Angeles Dodgers Ace
"Chris Sale dominated the Dodgers with 11 strikeouts and a shutout, proving he is the most dangerous lefty in the league right now.
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