BREAKING: Braves Star in Trouble? Nick Allen Injury Update Has Fans Holding Their Breath

Chris Sale Dominates Again, Reaches Rare Milestone

The Atlanta Braves avoided a sweep in Philadelphia with a much-needed offensive breakout, but it was starting pitcher Chris Sale who truly stole the show in Game 2 of Thursday’s doubleheader.

Facing off against fellow ace Zack Wheeler, both pitchers entered the night in the running for National League Pitcher of the Month honors. In the end, Sale stood out—throwing six shutout innings and making MLB history along the way.

Sale notched his 2,500th career strikeout, becoming just the 40th pitcher to reach the mark—and the fastest ever by innings pitched, surpassing Hall of Famer Randy Johnson.

Good News on Nick Allen Injury Scare

After a scary moment in Game 1 where shortstop Nick Allen exited after being hit on the knuckles, Braves fans feared the worst. But the team finally caught a break—x-rays came back negative, and Allen is expected to return within days.

While his offensive impact is limited, Allen remains a defensive standout, leading all MLB shortstops in Outs Above Average (OAA) with 11, per Baseball Savant.

Bullpen Moves Begin After Tough Phillies Series

Following the doubleheader, Atlanta optioned reliever Dylan Dodd back to Triple-A Gwinnett. The series made one thing crystal clear: the bullpen needs a shake-up.

Daysbel Hernandez struggled in each of his appearances, casting doubt on his role in high-leverage innings. If the current relief corps can’t steady the ship, expect the Braves to call up a top prospect for a fresh arm and new energy.