Atlanta Braves News: Chris Sale Struggles in Loss, Mauricio Dubon Goes Deep, More

ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 06: Chris Sale #51 of the Atlanta Braves reacts after hitting Yoán Moncada #10 of the Los Angeles Angels in the fourth inning at Angel Stadium of Anaheim on April 06, 2026 in Anaheim, California. (Photo by Joe Scarnici/Getty Images) | Getty Images Over the past few days, it certainly seems as if all the positive momentum that came from the Braves 17-run outburst last Friday has basically evaporated. The Braves have lost three straight, including last night’s 6-2 loss to the Angels.

Chris Sale had one of the worst innings of his career and the Braves offense could not create run scoring chances. A few bright spots were home runs by Drake Baldwin and Mauricio Dubon, who each have been pleasant surprises to start the season. However, this offense has to be better for the Braves to win frequently.

Braves News Ivan gives some thoughts on both Joel Payamps and Aaron Bummer as he explores the Braves bullpen. Conor Essenburg is another Braves prospect to keep an eye on this season on the farm. MLB News In a World Series rematch, the Dodgers were able to beat the Blue Jays a s Max Scherzer left the game early due to injury.

Juan Soto was placed on the injured list by the Mets due a calf strain.