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Chris Sale strikes out 11 in 5-hit shutout as Braves beat Yamamoto and Dodgers 1-0 for 3-game sweep
Summary by The McAllen Editorial Desk CHARLES ODUM, Associated Press , as published by ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports
· August 28, 2026
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Key points This home run was enough to secure a 1-0 win for Chris Sale's team. From Atlanta: Chris Sale had a strong performance, striking out 11 batters in a five-hit shutout.
From Atlanta: Chris Sale had a strong performance, striking out 11 batters in a five-hit shutout. He did not walk any batters and earned his 13th win of the season. The left-hander's effort helped his team complete a three-game sweep against the Los Angeles Dodgers.
The game's only run came from a leadoff homer by Drake Baldwin against Yoshinobu Yamamoto. This home run was enough to secure a 1-0 win for Chris Sale's team.
Further details about the game and Chris Sale's performance are available from the source. The win marked Chris Sale's fourth double-digit strikeout game this season, showcasing his skill as a pitcher.
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Category: News Published: August 28, 2026 Source: ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports Reading time: 1 min
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