Chris Sale: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 6

Red Sox Next Move Should Involve Old Friend From Chris Sale Deal

The Boston Red Sox's bullpen was one of the team's biggest strengths in 2025, but it could use a little more firepower before Spring Training gets here.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / January 3

Four Bold Predictions for Braves' 2026 Season

It's that time of year again. Bring on the bold Atlanta Braves predictions for the upcoming season. Last year, all the predictions went up in flames. This makes this year's guessing game an attempt at a redemption tour.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / December 30

Reflecting on Braves Chris Sale Trade Two Years Later

It’s Dec. 30, 2023. Most are getting ready for their New Year's Eve parties to cap off the holiday season. In the background, the Atlanta Braves were busy preparing a splash with the Boston Red Sox.

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MLB News / Boston Red Sox on SI / December 27

Craig Breslow Responds To Vaughn Grissom-Chris Sale Whiff

The Boston Red Sox made an unlucky move ahead of the 2024 season. At the time, the Red Sox had a real need at second base and traded the then-oft-injured Chris Sale to the Atlanta Braves in exchange for young infielder Vaughn Grissom.

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The 20 most significant MLB Rule 5 draftees

The Rule 5 draft, held annually at the winter meetings in December, never garners much fanfare, but it has been known to yield some noteworthy transactions.

MLB News / SportsTalkATL / December 16

Top trade targets who fit the Braves' remaining needs

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Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / December 16

Rockies May Have Found Their Own Version of a Former Cy Young Star

The Colorado Rockies are looking forward to improving their rotation. They have some new blood in their organization. However, there's one pitching prospect that could stand out from the rest of them. The 23-year-old Sullivan is a left-handed pitcher.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / December 9

Centerpiece of Braves trade for Chris Sale finds new home

There aren’t many trades in MLB history that will go down as more one-sided than the Atlanta Braves’ acquisition of Chris Sale a couple of offseasons ago.

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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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / November 6

Atlanta Braves kick Chris Sale can down the road

Chris Sale has arguably been the best pitcher on the Atlanta Braves since he was acquired during the 2023-24 offseason.

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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.

Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / October 10

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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.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 24