Atlanta Braves clinch series win over Texas Rangers

The Atlanta Braves defeated the Texas Rangers 2-1 in a three‑game series at Truist Park. In Game 1, Chris Sale threw seven shutout innings, allowing just two hits as the Braves ripped the Rangers 15‑1, and Sale recorded his 2,700th career strikeout. Game 2 saw the Rangers rally in the sixth inning; Brandon Nimmo delivered a go‑ahead two‑run single that lifted Texas to a 7‑6 victory, with Jacob Latz closing the game for his 19th save. In the series finale, the Braves reclaimed the lead, winning 8‑5 behind back‑to‑back homers from Austin Riley and Drake Baldwin, while Grant Holmes earned the win for Atlanta. The Braves now hold a 2‑1 edge in the matchup, extending their strong early‑season performance in the National League East, while the Rangers look to rebound in upcoming games.