Tyler Mahle's Six-Inning Gem Leads Braves Past Astros 6-2

Tyler Mahle pitched 6 innings for the Atlanta Braves against the Houston Astros on September 18, 2026, allowing 1 earned run, 3 hits, and 1 walk while striking out 6 batters in a 6-2 win.

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Mahle pitched 138 innings during the 2026 season with a 3.91 ERA over 25 starts. His tenure with the Atlanta Braves showed improved performance, with an ERA of 1.28 and a WHIP of 0.89 across 49 1/3 innings. In his recent outing against the Houston Astros on September 18, 2026, he pitched 6 innings, allowing 1 earned run, and recording 6 strikeouts in a 6-2 victory.