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The gist
Chris Sale took the loss Friday, allowing two runs over six innings as Atlanta fell 2-1 to Milwaukee. The duel with Jacob Misiorowski highlighted a Cy Young race Sale likely.
Background
Chris Sale, the 2024 NL Cy Young winner, has had a strong bounce-back season with the Braves, who lead the NL East. On Friday, he faced Brewers ace Jacob Misiorowski, who has the top ERA in the majors, in a marquee pitching matchup. Sale allowed two runs in six innings but got little offensive support, losing 2-1.
How it unfolded
- Tue, 18 Aug 2026The Braves pushed back Sale's next start, recalling AJ Smith-Shawver to start Wednesday.
- Fri, 21 Aug 2026Sale faced Misiorowski in Milwaukee, allowing two runs over six innings in a 2-1 loss.
- Sat, 22 Aug 2026Sale praised Misiorowski's fastball as 'probably the most impressive I've ever seen'.
Who’s saying what
- Analysts
- CBS Sports noted Sale delivered his 16th quality start despite the loss, but he's on a three-start losing streak.
- Expert
- Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said of Misiorowski, 'That's why he's arguably the best in baseball.'