Chris Sale: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / November 27

Centerpiece of the Chris Sale trade now on Red Sox roster bubble

The Chris Sale trade might go down as the best trade in Atlanta Braves history. Alex Anthopoulos took a gamble on the oft-injured veteran a couple of offseasons ago, sending — at the time — a highly regarded young infielder in Vaughn Grissom to Boston in return.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / November 15

Extending Sale Beyond 2026 Would Be Wise Choice For Braves

Chris Sale has proven to be one of the Atlanta Braves' best additions in recent memory. A move that was ridiculed at the time it was made, they got the last laugh. In a Braves uniform, Sale has revived his career with a 2.46 ERA, a 168 ERA+, a 1.03 WHIP and 390 strikeouts over 303 1/3 innings pitched.

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Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / November 6

Atlanta Braves kick Chris Sale can down the road

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MLB News / New Baseball Media / November 5

Chris Sale, Jack Flaherty, Shane Bieber Among Pitchers Locked in to 2026 Deals

Player and team options are still being sorted through, with one day left until free agency can officially begin. The reigning American League champions will retain former Cy Young winner Shane Bieber for the 2026 season, while the Braves will hold on to their own Cy Young winner, as well.

Atlanta Braves News / Field Level Media / November 5

Braves exercise $18M option to retain LHP Chris Sale for 2026

The Atlanta Braves are exercising the $18 million team option in Chris Sale's contract to keep the left-hander in the fold for 2026. Sale was 7-5 with a 2.58 ERA in 2025 but spent 10 weeks on the injured list with a fractured ribcage.

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Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / November 3

Report: Braves to pick up club options on two pitchers

According to MLB insider Jon Morosi, the Atlanta Braves are expected to pick up their club options on pitchers Chris Sale and Tyler Kinley. Picking up Chris Sale’s $18 million option for next season is an absolute no-brainer.

Atlanta Braves News / Sporting News / October 30

Braves trade prediction lands $400M Cy Young winner to form trio with Chris Sale, Spencer Strider

The Atlanta Braves may make a move that every team is going to be all in for.

Atlanta Braves News / Sporting News / October 26

Braves could sign $13M Cy Young-caliber arm to pair with Chris Sale in move that may 'backfire'

The Atlanta Braves has links to a top free agent arm, but the move could be risky.

Atlanta Braves News / Sporting News / October 19

Braves predicted to trade for $75M Cy Young arm, forming trio with Chris Sale, Spencer Strider

The Braves could land an ace to compliment Chris Sale and Spencer Strider in the starting rotation.

Atlanta Braves News / Sporting News / October 18

Braves could land $10M Cy Young winner to create filthy rotation with Chris Sale, Spencer Strider

The Atlanta Braves could assemble one of the best rotations in the MLB.

Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / October 10

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Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / October 3

Chris Sale Made Most of First Two Seasons with Braves

Chris Sale has only been with the Atlanta Braves for a relatively short time. However, he’s already leaving his mark on the team in the record books. In year one, he became the fifth pitcher in franchise history to win the Cy Young Award, the first of his career.

Atlanta Braves News / Sporting News / October 1

Braves predicted to sign $13M Cy Young arm to form filthy trio with Chris Sale, Spencer Strider

The Braves could very well address a place of need with someone that grew up a Braves fan.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / September 30

What All-MLB Team Finalist Honor Says About Braves Chris Sale

Normally, when a ballplayer has to step aside due to an injury for two months, it typically ends up being what defines their season. Most of the time, the only discussion point after that is what if.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / September 29

Four Atlanta Braves Players Named All-MLB Team Finalists

Amidst a turbulent 2025 season, four Atlanta Braves players managed to stand out for end-of-season recognition. Ronald Acuña, Jr., Matt Olson, Drake Baldwin and Chris Sale have been named finalists for this season’s All-MLB Team selection.

Atlanta Braves News / Field Level Media / September 16

Braves' Chris Sale chases first win over Nationals in DH

An intriguing pitching matchup highlights a late-season day-night doubleheader between the visiting Atlanta Braves and the Washington Nationals on Tuesday.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / September 6

Even a lengthy IL stint cannot slow down Chris Sale

The Braves have had a million things not go their way this season, but the moment that seemed to solidify that it was not going to be their year was when Chris Sale went down with a fractured rib cage.

Atlanta Braves News / Field Level Media / August 30

Braves activate LHP Chris Sale to start against Phillies

The Atlanta Braves reinstated reigning National League Cy Young Award winner Chris Sale from the injured list, and he's expected to start Saturday against the Philadelphia Phillies.

Atlanta Braves News / Field Level Media / August 30

Braves' Chris Sale likely to return vs. Phillies

After spending more than two months on the injured list, Atlanta left-hander Chris Sale is expected to return Saturday evening when the Braves continue their four-game road series against the Philadelphia Phillies.