Sale (14-9) allowed two runs in six innings with seven strikeouts and a walk. He entered second in the NL in ERA, which rose slightly to 2.10.

Chris Sale praises Braves rookie after big win.

The Atlanta Braves announce notable change involving Ronald Acuna Jr. during series against the Philadelphia Phillies.

Murphy’s recent offensive surge has been a key development for the Braves. Since late August, he has enjoyed a 9-for-20 streak with three home runs and an OPS of 1.850, giving Atlanta another potent bat as it navigates a critical portion of the schedule.

Chris Sale ever so slightly got the better of Cristopher Sanchez in near identical outings, the Braves using a 5-2 win to extend their lead in the NL East on the Phillies to five games with 21 left.

By Field Level Media Sep 05 (Field Level Media) - Philadelphia infielder Bryson Stott was scratched from the Phillies' lineup shortly before first pitch against the visiting Atlanta Braves on Friday due to a personal matter.

The Philadelphia Phillies teased the look in a social media post on Friday afternoon. A small picture of Bryce Harper accompanying their lineup card made it clear: They’d be wearing blue-and-yellow uniforms on Friday night against the Atlanta Braves to open their biggest series of the season.