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Chris Sale Secures First Win as Braves Dominate Diamondbacks 8-2

The Atlanta Braves continue their resurgence, winning six of their last seven games and climbing back into contention after a rough start to the season.

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Overview

  • Chris Sale, the reigning NL Cy Young winner, earned his first victory of the season, allowing one run over five innings with four strikeouts and two walks.
  • The Braves' offense was powered by Austin Riley and Eli White, who each contributed two RBIs in the 8-2 victory in Phoenix.
  • Atlanta has now won six of its last seven games, improving its record from 5-13 to 11-14 and building momentum after a strong homestand.
  • Arizona starter Zac Gallen dropped to 1-4 on the season, giving up three runs on five hits across five innings in the loss.
  • The Braves capitalized on key moments, including a throwing error by Arizona's Eugenio Suárez in the sixth inning, to extend their lead.