Atlanta tabs Ray Kerr for Game 2 start, Chris Sale for Game 3

Sale gets extra rest after Thursday's bullpen appearance.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 56m1 min read

Ray Kerr, who pitched brilliantly for Atlanta in the wild card series will start tonight in Game 2. Chris Sale, as expec Via @BNightengale on X

What happened: Ray Kerr will start Game 2 for Atlanta tonight. Chris Sale is scheduled to pitch Game 3.

Why it matters: The assignment follows Kerr's recent performance, where he worked 3 1/3 scoreless innings in the Wild Card round. Setting Sale for Game 3 provides the veteran additional recovery time.

By the numbers: Kerr threw 47 pitches during his Thursday start.

What to watch: Game 2 takes place tonight.

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@BNightengale 2026-10-04T18:37:02.784900+00:00

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