Chris Sale achieved his 150th career win while leading the Atlanta Braves to a decisive victory over the Philadelphia Phillies on April 26, 2026. Sale pitched six shutout innings, allowing just one hit and striking out nine batters. The Braves defeated the Phillies 6-2 in Atlanta.
Key statistics:
- Sale improved his season record to 5-1 with this victory.
- The Braves have not lost a series this season, holding an impressive record of 8-0-1 in series.
- Matt Olson contributed significantly with a three-run home run in the first inning.
- Ronald Acuña Jr. went 2 for 3 with two runs scored and a steal.
- Sale surpassed Chuck Finley for 28th place on the career strikeouts list, now totaling 2,617 strikeouts.
The Braves became the first team to reach 20 wins this season. Yet, the Phillies continue to struggle, having lost 15 of their last 18 games. Kyle Schwarber hit a two-run homer in the eighth inning for Philadelphia, but it was not enough to change the outcome.
Sale’s performance against the Phillies marked his second shutout against them in nine days. He is now the fourth active pitcher with at least 150 wins. This achievement highlights his consistency and skill as a top pitcher in MLB.
