Sale's seven strong, Braves capitalize on Phillies error
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PHILADELPHIA — Chris Sale struck out seven in seven innings Saturday night and the Atlanta Braves capitalized on a third-inning defensive error by Phillies second baseman Edmundo Sosa to score three unearned runs, overcoming Felix Reyes' first-inning home run to beat the Philadelphia Phillies 3-1 at Citizens Bank Park in front of a home crowd.
Philadelphia's loss extended their slide: the Phillies have dropped nine of 12 games and four straight at home, while the Braves improved to a multi-game win streak and clinched the series with one game remaining. J.T. Realmuto exited with lower back tightness, and Atlanta's Robert Suarez recorded the save Saturday night.
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Timeline
- 1. Pre-game: Braves entered the matchup atop the NL East and on a recent win streak.
- 2. Second inning: Felix Reyes homered in his first major-league at-bat for the Phillies.
- 3. Third inning: Edmundo Sosa committed an error leading to three unearned Braves runs.
- 4. Chris Sale pitched seven innings, struck out seven, and earned the win.
- 5. Late game: Robert Suarez recorded the save; Phillies recorded a 3-1 loss and continued a multi-game slide.
Why it matters
If you're a Phillies fan, this game is a tough one. The team's slide continues, and key player J.T. Realmuto left with back tightness. For Braves fans, it's a moment of triumph. Chris Sale's strong performance and a win streak are good signs. Keep an eye on Realmuto's health status.
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