# Chris Sale pitches triple-digit heater in Braves postseason win

> Chris Sale throws 100 mph fastball to Bryce Harper in Braves' NL Wild Card Series victory.
- Title: Chris Sale pitches triple-digit heater in Braves postseason…
- Summary: Chris Sale throws 100 mph fastball to Bryce Harper in Braves' NL Wild Card Series victory. Chris Sale recorded his best postseason start with a 100 mph…
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## Sale's postseason start
Chris Sale made his first postseason start in five years after pitching a 100 mph fastball to Bryce Harper in the first inning.

> I could have pitched this game at 8:15 this morning
## Braves win NL Wild Card Series
The Braves defeated the Phillies 5-3 in Game 1 of the NL Wild Card Series at Truist Park.
## Sale's triple-digit fastball
Sale has thrown a pitch 100 mph or harder 16 times in his career, including a 100 mph fastball to Bryce Harper.
## Postseason performance
Sale allowed three runs and four hits while recording nine strikeouts over 6 1/3 innings in his best postseason start.
## Sale's postseason struggles
Sale entered the game with a 6.35 ERA in 10 playoff appearances, including three with the Red Sox in 2021.
## Braves manager's view
Braves manager Walt Weiss praised Sale's consistency, noting his 2.16 ERA this year and his role in the team's success.
## Key takeaway

Chris Sale recorded his best postseason start with a 100 mph fastball against Bryce Harper in the Braves' 5-3 win over Phillies.