Braves’ Chris Sale Game 2 Start Remains Uncertain
7 sourcesUpdated Oct 2, 2026
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Chris Sale helped the Atlanta Braves clinch their wild-card series against Philadelphia, starting Tuesday and then returning Thursday to record the final four outs of a 6-2 win. His willingness to pitch in relief has left uncertainty about whether he can start Sunday’s NL Division Series Game 2 against the Los Angeles Dodgers, especially after a season in which Atlanta often gave the 37-year-old extra rest. Manager Walt Weiss said Sale could start but that the team would prioritize his health if there is any doubt. The decision carries added weight because Atlanta’s rotation is thin, and delaying or limiting Sale could leave the Braves relying on inexperienced starters or their bullpen against a deep Dodgers staff.
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They need to keep Sale out Sunday and lean on the bullpen early even if it means more work for the younger guys later on.
Sale came up big finishing that series but starting game 2 against the Dodgers feels like a big risk with the rotation already stretched thin.
