The Atlanta Braves opened up the second half of the 2026 season on a high note, defeating the Texas Rangers 15-1. Chris Sale got the start and was magnificent, going seven innings and allowing just two hits. He also recorded his 2,700th career strikeout.
Offensively, things went well as the Atlanta lineup tallied 19 hits. Even Victor Mederos got in on the fun and singled.
The series continues this afternoon at 4:10 ET behind Owen Murphy.
More Braves News:
The rehab assignments of Ronald Acuña Jr. and Ha-Seong Kim were transferred to Triple-A Gwinnett.
MLB News:
The St. Louis Cardinals placed left-hander JoJo Romero on the 15-day injured list with appendicitis. The move is retroactive to July 14.
The New York Mets announced the passing of All-Star Ron Hunt at age 85.
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Walt Weiss provided an unfortunate update on Spencer Schwellenbach and Spencer Strider.
