Atlanta Braves ace Chris Sale was a late scratch for Game 2 of Monday\'s doubleheader vs. the New York Mets due to back spasms with the Braves needing a win to advance to the playoffs.
Right-handed reliever Grant Holmes, who is 2-1 with a 3.78 ERA this season, got the start in Sale\'s place. Sale, the favorite to win the National League Cy Young award, was 18-3 with a 2.38 ERA this season.
Via ESPN.com