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Originally Published 2 months ago — by Battery Power
The Atlanta Braves are assembling a new coaching staff with young, respected coaches from the Mets, and have announced their Spring Training schedule. Shane Bieber has opted to pick up his $16 million option instead of a buyout, remaining a key starting pitcher. The article also mentions Chris Sale's return and general MLB updates.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by MLB Trade Rumors
The Atlanta Braves are exercising their club option on pitcher Chris Sale for 2026, paying him $18 million. Sale, 36, a highly accomplished pitcher and recent NL Cy Young winner, remains a key part of the Braves' rotation despite injuries, and is expected to be their ace in 2026. The team may seek to add more experienced pitchers this offseason to bolster their rotation.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by MLB Trade Rumors
The Atlanta Braves placed pitcher Chris Sale on the 15-day injured list due to a fractured left ribcage sustained while making a diving play, impacting their recent momentum as Sale has been having an excellent season with a 2.52 ERA in 2025.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by New York Post
The article discusses potential MLB trade deadline moves involving three aces: Chris Sale, Freddy Peralta, and Sandy Alcantara. Sale, despite his value, is unlikely to be traded due to his team-friendly contract, while Peralta and Alcantara could be available, though Peralta's team prefers to keep him and Alcantara's recent struggles may complicate his trade prospects.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by CBS Sports
Chris Sale became the fastest pitcher to reach 2,500 strikeouts, pitching six scoreless innings as the Atlanta Braves defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 9-3 to split a doubleheader, with Sale surpassing Randy Johnson's record and joining elite active pitchers in this milestone.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Sports Illustrated
Chris Sale became the fastest pitcher in baseball history to reach 2,500 strikeouts, achieving this feat in just 2,026 innings, and has had a notable career with multiple All-Star appearances and a recent resurgence with the Atlanta Braves, including winning the Cy Young award in 2024.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NESN
Chris Sale, former Boston Red Sox pitcher, revealed he planned to retire after the 2024 season had he remained with the team. However, after being traded to the Atlanta Braves, Sale experienced a career resurgence, winning his first Cy Young Award. The Braves extended his contract for two more years, altering his retirement plans. Sale's family had even homeschooled their children to travel during what they thought would be his final season.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by MLB Trade Rumors
Chris Sale of the Atlanta Braves has won the 2024 National League Cy Young Award, marking a triumphant comeback after years of injuries and limited play. Sale, who was traded from the Red Sox to the Braves in late 2023, delivered an outstanding season with a 2.38 ERA, leading the league in wins and strikeouts. This is Sale's first Cy Young win, despite previous top-five finishes, and highlights a successful trade for Atlanta, as Sale remained healthy and dominant throughout the season.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Battery Power
Chris Sale, the Atlanta Braves pitcher, expressed gratitude and excitement after winning his first NL Cy Young Award, highlighting the support from teammates, coaches, and family throughout his career. Sale, who overcame injuries to achieve this accolade, praised the Braves' organization for its supportive environment. He reflected on the team's resilience during the season and expressed optimism for the future, focusing on staying healthy and maintaining his performance. Sale also addressed speculation about his potential Hall of Fame candidacy, emphasizing his commitment to helping his team win.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Sports Illustrated
Chris Sale of the Atlanta Braves and Tarik Skubal of the Detroit Tigers won the 2024 Cy Young Awards for the National and American Leagues, respectively. Sale received 198 points, including 26 first-place votes, while Skubal was a unanimous choice with 210 points. Additionally, five pitchers received exactly one vote each: Reynaldo Lopez, Sean Manaea, and Aaron Nola in the NL, and Kirby Yates and Yusei Kikuchi in the AL.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Athletic
Chris Sale, a 35-year-old pitcher for the Atlanta Braves, won his first Cy Young Award after a remarkable comeback season, leading the National League in wins, ERA, and strikeouts. Sale, who had struggled with injuries in recent years, was traded to the Braves and signed a new contract, proving to be a pivotal player for the team. His performance earned him the NL Comeback Player of the Year award as well, marking a significant achievement in his 14th MLB season.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by BBWAA
Atlanta Braves pitcher Chris Sale has won the National League Cy Young Award after achieving the pitching "triple crown" by leading the league in wins, ERA, and strikeouts. Sale is the ninth pitcher in the National League to win the Cy Young after a triple crown season, joining legends like Sandy Koufax and Randy Johnson. This is the eighth time a Braves pitcher has received the award, with Sale joining the ranks of Greg Maddux and Tom Glavine. Zack Wheeler of the Phillies finished as the runner-up, while rookie Paul Skenes of the Pirates placed third.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Winners and Whiners
The Oakland Athletics, struggling in the AL West, face the Atlanta Braves, who are contending in the NL East, in an interleague matchup. The A's will start Aaron Brooks, who has struggled this season, while the Braves will counter with the dominant Chris Sale. The Braves are favored to win, with predictions suggesting a low-scoring game under eight runs.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Athletic
Despite the Atlanta Braves losing to the Philadelphia Phillies, Chris Sale's impressive pitching debut showcased his competitive fire and potential as a frontline starter, with seven strikeouts and a fastball averaging 94.9 mph. Sale's mound presence and stuff impressed manager Brian Snitker, and his teammates praised his intensity and desire to win. Although the Braves didn't secure a road-series sweep, Sale's performance left them optimistic about their season prospects and his role as their third starter.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Battery Power
In a close game between the Atlanta Braves and the Philadelphia Phillies, a few inches in the seventh inning proved decisive as the Phillies secured a 5-4 win. Chris Sale made his Braves debut, pitching 5.1 innings of 2 run ball with 7 strikeouts, 2 walks, and 1 home run allowed. Despite a strong effort, the Braves fell short, with the Phillies' bullpen and timely hitting making the difference.