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Chris Sale Struggles Despite Fastball Surge in Loss

4/14/2025

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Frustration boiled over for Atlanta Braves pitcher Chris Sale following an 8-3 defeat against the Tampa Bay Rays, where he surrendered four runs in just over four innings. With a troubling 6.63 ERA this season, Sale's challenges weigh heavily on the Braves' dismal 4-11 record. However, a silver lining emerged as his fastball velocity surged to an impressive 96.2 mph.

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Story summary

Frustration boiled over for Atlanta Braves pitcher Chris Sale following an 8-3 defeat against the Tampa Bay Rays, where he surrendered four runs in just over four innings. With a troubling 6.63 ERA this season, Sale's challenges weigh heavily on the Braves' dismal 4-11 record. However, a silver lining emerged as his fastball velocity surged to an impressive 96.2 mph.